What does Ondre mean and where does it come from?
Ondre is an American variant of the name Andre, which derives from the Greek name Andreas (Ἀνδρέας). It means 'manly' or 'brave'. It has gained popularity in certain regions, especially within African-American communities. While the specific origins of Ondre as a variant are harder to trace, it refl
Cultural significance
Ondre has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of manly or courageous.
Peak popularity
Reached #3277 in 1970 — currently #10495 in the US.
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Ondre works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Ondre Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Ondre Rose
Floral · soft ending
Ondre Mae
Sweet · timeless
Ondre Claire
French influence · crisp
Ondre Jane
Literary · strong
Ondre Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Ondre right now?
Rising fast — up 305 spots — currently #10495 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
| Year | US Rank | Births | vs Prior Year |
|---|
| 2021 | #10495 | 7 | ▲ up 305 · +17% births |
| 2020 | #10800 | 6 | ▲ up 1613 · +20% births |
| 2015 | #12413 | 5 | ▼ down 4702 · -50% births |
| 2010 | #7711 | 10 | ▼ down 71 · +25% births |
| 2000 | #7640 | 8 | ▼ down 1016 |
| 1995 | #6624 | 8 | ▲ up 97 · +14% births |
| 1990 | #6721 | 7 | ▲ up 63 · +40% births |
| 1980 | #6784 | 5 | ▼ down 2119 · -29% births |
| 1975 | #4665 | 7 | ▼ down 1388 · -30% births |
| 1970 | #3277 | 10 | — |
The story of Ondre
Ondre is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1969. With 268 total births recorded, Ondre remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3277 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #10495 in 2021.
Names that peaked alongside Ondre in 1970:
Ondre by decade
Ondre peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|
| 1960s | 7 | |
| 1970s | 53 | |
| 1980s | 16 | |
| 1990s ★ | 76 | |
| 2000s | 75 | |
| 2010s | 35 | |
| 2020s | 6 | |
💎Ondre has only 268 total recorded births since 1969 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Ondre?
What names sound and feel like Ondre?
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Common questions about the name Ondre
What does the name Ondre mean?
Ondre means "manly or courageous" — a name rooted in American 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 Ondre?
Ondre is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Ondre have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Ondre?
Ondre originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How does Ondre sound with different last names?
As a one-syllable name, Ondre flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Ondre ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.
Is Ondre trending right now?
Ondre is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.