Andy
“While traditionally male, Andy has increasingly been adopted as a feminine name, particularly in informal settings”
English origin · Unisex name
#500US 2023
604Births / yr
↓Falling
92.1kAll-time births
📅 Since 191700
How to pronounce Andy
AND·ee
/ˈænd.iː/ · stress on AND · 2 syllables
“While traditionally male, Andy has increasingly been adopted as a feminine name, particularly in informal settings”
English origin · Unisex name
What does Andy mean and where does it come from?
While traditionally male, Andy has increasingly been adopted as a feminine name, particularly in informal settings. It is of Greek origin, derived from Andreas, and has gained popularity as a unisex name. The name reflects characteristics of courage and strength. Notable female bearers include Andy
Cultural significance
Andy has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.
Peak popularity
Reached #2352 in 1959 — currently #500 in the US.
How else can you spell Andy?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
What middle names flow best with Andy?
Andy works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Andy Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Andy Rose
Floral · soft ending
Andy Mae
Sweet · timeless
Andy Claire
French influence · crisp
Andy Jane
Literary · strong
Andy Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Andy right now?
Falling — down 51 spots — currently #500 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Andy
Andy entered American naming records in 1917 and has been in use for over 107 years. A total of 92,098 babies have received this name. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4991 in 1920 to #500 in 2023. Andy is used for both genders: 1% female and 99% male.
Names that peaked alongside Andy in 1959:
Andy by decade
Andy peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880s | 528 | |
| 1890s | 495 | |
| 1900s | 468 | |
| 1910s | 2,155 | |
| 1920s | 2,828 | |
| 1930s | 2,363 | |
| 1940s | 3,767 | |
| 1950s | 6,988 | |
| 1960s | 12,269 | |
| 1970s | 9,135 | |
| 1980s | 8,578 | |
| 1990s | 12,405 | |
| 2000s ★ | 17,915 | |
| 2010s | 11,432 | |
| 2020s | 772 |
What are good nicknames for Andy?
FINNISH
Atte
AFRICAN AMERICAN
AndreDeandre
ANCIENT GREEK
Andreas
BASQUE
Ander
What names sound and feel like Andy?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Andy also consider these
How is Andy written in other languages?
Gender variants of Andy
Andre AFRICAN AMERICANDeandre AFRICAN AMERICANAndreas ANCIENT GREEKAnder BASQUEAndreas BIBLICAL GREEKAndreas BIBLICAL LATINAndrew BIBLICALAndrei BULGARIANAndrey BULGARIANAndreu CATALANAndria CORSICANAndrej CROATIANAndrija CROATIANAndro CROATIANAndrej CZECHOndřej CZECHAnders DANISHAndreas DANISHAndreas DUTCHAndries DUTCHDries DUTCHAndie ENGLISHAndre ENGLISHAndrew ENGLISHDre ENGLISHDrew ENGLISHAndres ESTONIANAndrus ESTONIANAntero FINNISHAntti FINNISHAtte FINNISHTero FINNISHAndré FRENCHAndria GEORGIANAndro GEORGIANAndreas GERMANAndreas GREEKAndor HUNGARIANAndrás HUNGARIANAndris HUNGARIANBandi HUNGARIANEndre HUNGARIANAndrés ICELANDICAindréas IRISHAindriú IRISHAndrea ITALIANAndrejs LATVIANAndris LATVIANAndrius LITHUANIANAndrej MACEDONIANAnaru MAORIAnders NORWEGIANAndreas NORWEGIANAndrei OLD CHURCH SLAVICAndrzej POLISHJędrzej POLISHAndré PORTUGUESEAndrei ROMANIANAndrei RUSSIANAndrey RUSSIANÁndaras SAMIAndria SARDINIANAindrea SCOTTISHDand SCOTTISHAndrej SERBIANAndreja SERBIANAndrija SERBIANAndrej SLOVAKOndrej SLOVAKAndraž SLOVENEAndrej SLOVENEAndrés SPANISHAnders SWEDISHAndreas SWEDISHAndriy UKRAINIANAndras WELSHAndreas WELSHAndrea CROATIANAndreja CROATIANAndrijana CROATIANAndrea CZECHAndrea DANISHEa DANISHAndrea DUTCHAndi ENGLISHAndie ENGLISHAndra ENGLISHAndrea ENGLISHAndrina 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 ENGLISHAndrea CROATIANAndreja CROATIANAndrijana CROATIANAndrea CZECHAndrea DANISHEa DANISHAndrea DUTCHAndi ENGLISHAndie ENGLISHAndra ENGLISHAndrea ENGLISHAndrina 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 Andy
What does the name Andy mean?
Andy means "English" — a name rooted in English 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 Andy?
Andy is currently ranked #500 in the United States as a baby name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.
What is the cultural origin of Andy?
Andy originates from English tradition. English names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Andy?
Andy is a two-syllable name pronounced AE1 N D IY0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
Is Andy more of a girl or boy name?
Andy is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.
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