"brave, strong, manly"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
Andi
Pronunciation: [ AND-ee ]
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"warrior woman (modern interpretation)"
Origin: Modern English
Language: English
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The Story of Andi
Andi is a short form of Andrea, itself the feminine of Andreas, from the Greek andros meaning 'man' in the sense of 'brave, strong, virile.' The name became popular as a standalone given name in the 20th century as nicknames evolved into full names. The -i spelling gives it a distinctly girlish twist versus the androgynous Andy.
Andi grew as a standalone name in the 1970s–90s as short, sporty names for girls gained appeal. It got a boost from the Disney Channel show Andi Mack (2017–2019), which featured a relatable teenage girl protagonist.
Andi represents the American tradition of transforming nicknames and male names into fresh, standalone female names. It projects a tomboyish confidence that parents love for girls who are expected to be tough and capable.
Historical Record
Andi first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 6,777 babies have been named Andi in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Andi is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #765 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The Disney Channel series Andi Mack (2017) was notable for being the first Disney Channel show to feature an LGBTQ+ storyline
- Andie MacDowell, the actress, popularized the spelling 'Andie' for a generation of parents
Andi in Other Languages
French
Andrée
German
Andrea
Italian
Andrea
Spanish
Andrea
Popularity Over Time
#765
Current Rank
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Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Andi
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Andi Peters
Entertainer
1970
British television presenter known for his long career on UK breakfast television
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Andie MacDowell
Actor
1958
American actress and model known for Four Weddings and a Funeral and Groundhog Day
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Andi Mack Fictional
Other
Protagonist of Disney Channel's Andi Mack (2017–2019), a 13-year-old discovering her identity
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #765
- Total SSA Count
- 367
- Cultural Origins
- American English Scandinavian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Middle Names for Andi
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Frequently Asked Questions About Andi
What does the name Andi mean?
"brave, strong, manly" (from Greek). "warrior woman (modern interpretation)" (from Modern English). Andi is a short form of Andrea, itself the feminine of Andreas, from the Greek andros meaning 'man' in the sense of 'brave, strong, virile.' The name became popular as a standalone given name in the 20th century as nicknames evolved into full names. The -i spelling gives it a distinctly girlish twist versus the androgynous Andy.
What is the origin of the name Andi?
Andi has Greek, Modern English, American, English, and Scandinavian origins. In Greek, it means "brave, strong, manly". In Modern English, it means "warrior woman (modern interpretation)".
Is Andi a boy or girl name?
Andi is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #765. As a boy name, it is ranked #6900. Andi is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Andi?
Andi is pronounced AND-ee.
How popular is the name Andi?
Andi is currently ranked #765 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Andi?
Popular middle name pairings include Andi Grace, Andi Marie, Andi Leigh, Andi Jo, Andi Rae, Andi Beth, and Andi Sue.
What are good sibling names for Andi?
Names that pair well with Andi as siblings include Bex, Jodi, Dani, Remy, Bryn, Cody, and Trey.
How many syllables does Andi have?
Andi has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Andi a common or rare name?
Andi is moderately common, ranked #765 for girls in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
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About the Name Andi
Andi is a girl name with American, English, and Scandinavian origins . The name means "brave, strong, manly" in Greek .
Is Andi a boy or girl name? Andi is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #765 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #6,900. Andi is more commonly used as a girl name.
Andi is currently ranked #765 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Andi has 2 syllables and is pronounced AND-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Andi include Andrea, Andie, Anderson, Andromeda, Andy . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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