Girl Name · Greek Origin
Andrea
Andrea carries a quiet authority — a name parents return to generation after generation. At its root, Andrea means "Manly, brave", an old idea that still resonates with parents looking for substance under the sound. The Greek roots give Andrea a cultural lineage that long predates its modern revival. Editors who reviewed this entry note that Andrea crosses generational lines without feeling dated — a tougher balance than it sounds.
Recent SSA rankings put Andrea in the top 250 of US baby names — a popular pick that still feels personal. Compared with names of similar style, Andrea has held its rank more consistently — a quiet sign of long-term durability. The rhythm is easy — short on syllables but full on character — and it sits comfortably next to most family surnames. Parents who love Andrea often also weigh Andrae, Andria, Andrew — and the Andrea name page below covers nicknames, sibling pairings, and pronunciation in detail.
Andrea meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Manly, brave
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Andrea to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Andrea as A·N·D·R·E·A, with 6 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Andrea is a popular favorite that still feels personal in the Top 250 tier.
Andrea variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Andreaa, Andreae, Andreay, Andre.
- Nicknames: And and A.
- Middle names: Pair Andrea with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Andrea middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Andrae, Andria, Andrew, Andres, Anders — full picks on the sibling names for Andrea guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Andrea? Browse our names like Andrea guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Andrea
What does the name Andrea mean?
Andrea means "Manly, brave" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Andrea?
Andrea originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Andrea?
Andrea has 6 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Andrea a boy's or girl's name?
Andrea is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Andrea in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Andrea sits in the Top 250 tier — a popular favorite that still feels personal.
What names are similar to Andrea?
Names that share Andrea's sound and style include Andrae, Andria, Andrew, Andres, Anders.
What middle names pair well with Andrea?
Good middle-name fits for Andrea pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Andrea is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Andrea is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Andrea?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Andrea share its rhythm without rhyming — Andrae, Andria, Andrew all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.