Ondre

“manly or courageous”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#10495US 2021

7Births / yr

↑Rising

268All-time births

📅 Since 196900

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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What middle names flow best with Ondre?

Ondre works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Ondre Grace

How popular is Ondre right now?

Rising fast — up 305 spots — currently #10495 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2021#10495 · Top 7.7%

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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	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Ondre

Best Year1970Rank #3277

Peak Count10

Average Rank#7713

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1970 - 202110 years

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:

Michael James David John Robert

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?

Common

Ond

What names sound and feel like Ondre?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Ondre also consider these

Dondre

American · A modern American

Mondre

American · The name Mondre

Vondre

American · Various interpretations, often

Undre

American · English

Ondrej

Czech Republic · Manly, brave.

France · derived from André,

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.