Andries
“manly, brave, courageous — from Andrew”
Dutch origin · Boy name
#1829US 2023
10Births / yr
→Stable
Top 1.3%Percentile
How to pronounce Andries
ahn-drees
/ahn-drees/ · · 2 syllables
“manly, brave, courageous — from Andrew”
Dutch origin · Boy name
What does Andries mean and where does it come from?
Andries is a Dutch form of the name Andrew, derived from the Greek name Andreas, meaning 'manly' or 'brave'.
Cultural significance
The name Andries is commonly used in Dutch-speaking regions and has historical significance in various cultural contexts.
Peak popularity
Reached #1829 in 2015 — currently #1829 in the US.
How else can you spell Andries?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Andries?
Andries works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Andries Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
Andries John
One syllable · timeless choice
Andries Luke
One syllable · timeless choice
Andries Beau
One syllable · on the rise
Andries Brooks
One syllable · timeless choice
Andries Gael
One syllable · timeless choice
How popular is Andries right now?
Holding steady — currently #1829 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
Andries is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.
What are good nicknames for Andries?
DUTCH
Dries
ENGLISH
AndieAndyDreDrew
FINNISH
AnttiAtteTero
GEORGIAN
Andro
Famous people named Andries
AK
Andries Knevel
A Dutch television presenter and producer known for his work in religious broadcasting.
Av
Andries van der Merwe
A South African politician and former member of the National Assembly.
What names sound and feel like Andries?
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How is Andries written in other languages?
What are the girl versions of Andries?
Andrea CROATIANAndreja CROATIANAndrijana CROATIANAndrea CZECHAndrea DANISHEa DANISHAndrea DUTCHAndi ENGLISHAndie ENGLISHAndra ENGLISHAndrea ENGLISHAndrina ENGLISHAndy ENGLISHDrea ENGLISHMalandra ENGLISHAndrée FRENCHAndrea GERMANAndriana GREEKAndrea HUNGARIANAndrea ICELANDICAndreina ITALIANAndrea NORWEGIANEa NORWEGIANBRAZILIAN(Andréa PORTUGUESEAndréia PORTUGUESEAndreia PORTUGUESEAndra ROMANIANAndrada ROMANIANAndreea ROMANIANAndrea SERBIANAndrijana SERBIANAndrea SLOVAKAndreja SLOVENEAndrea SPANISHAndrea SWEDISHEa SWEDISHAnderson ENGLISH
Common questions about the name Andries
What does the name Andries mean?
Andries means "manly, brave, courageous — from Andrew" — a name rooted in Dutch tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Andries?
Andries is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Andries?
Andries originates from Dutch tradition. Dutch names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Andries a common or rare name?
Andries is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Andries more of a girl or boy name?
Andries is primarily used as a boy name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.
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