| Meaning | manly, brave |
| Origin | Greek |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 7 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Syllabification | An-dre-as |
About Andreas
Andreas brings European sophistication and international flair to the naming landscape. The name glides off the tongue with elegance, its three syllables creating a pleasing auditory experience. It shares roots with Andrew but offers distinctiveness that sets the bearer apart from the crowd. Andreas suggests cosmopolitan sensibilities and cultural awareness, perfect for families with international connections or global aspirations. The name translates smoothly across multiple languages, making it practical for multilingual households or those who travel frequently. It carries strength without aggression, masculinity without rigidity, offering a balanced identity foundation. Andreas ages magnificently, equally suitable for a young boy building sandcastles and a mature man leading boardroom discussions. The name provides several nickname options—Andy, Andi, Dre—though many parents prefer keeping the full version for its complete beauty. It resonates with parents seeking classic elegance over trendy novelty, those who value timelessness and cross-cultural appeal in their naming choice.
Nicknames for Andreas
| Andy |
| Dre |
| Drew |
Famous People Named Andreas
| Andreas Gursky | German photographer |
| Andreas Mikkelsen | Norwegian rally driver |
| Andreas Kisser | Brazilian musician |
| Andreas Vesalius | Belgian anatomist |
| Andreas Antonopoulos | Greek-British cryptocurrency expert |
| Andreas Lubitz | German pilot |
| Andreas Pereira | Brazilian footballer |
| Andreas Samaris | Greek footballer |
| Andreas Granqvist | Swedish footballer |
| Andreas Athanasiou | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Andreas Haider-Maurer | Austrian tennis player |
| Andreas Hinkel | German footballer |
| Andreas Martinsen | Norwegian ice hockey player |
| Andreas Weimann | Austrian footballer |
| Andreas Thom | German footballer |
| Andreas Bjelland | Danish footballer |
| Andreas Johnsson | Swedish ice hockey player |
| Andreas Isaksson | Swedish footballer |
| Andreas Seidl | German motorsport engineer |
| Andreas Pietschmann | German actor |
Characters Named Andreas
| Andreas Eriksen | character from the film "Headhunters" |
| Andreas Tanis | character from the book "The Belgariad" by David Eddings |
| Andreas Katsulas | character from the TV series "Babylon 5" |
| Andreas Darlton | character from the anime "Code Geass" |
| Andreas Sanchez | character from the video game "Grand Theft Auto V" |
| Andreas Corelli | character from the novel "The Stand" by Stephen King |
| Andreas Schubert | character from the film "Das Leben der Anderen" |
| Andreas Verrios | character from the TV series "Once Upon a Time" |
| Andreas Mogensen | character from the video game "Deus Ex - Mankind Divided" |
| Andreas Wasp | character from the book "Dune - House Harkonnen" by Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson |
| Andreas Merck | character from the TV series "Dark Matter" |
| Andreas Johnson | character from the video game "Max Payne" |
| Andreas Stark | character from the book "Artemis Fowl" by Eoin Colfer |
| Andreas Nikolaus "Niki" Lauda | character from the film "Rush" |
| Andreas Williams | character from the TV series "Revolution" |
| Andreas Whittam Smith | character from the film "The Queen" |
| Andreas Strasser | character from the TV series "CSI - NY" |
| Andreas Stavrou | character from the film "Angel Heart" |
| Andreas Anderson | character from the TV series "The Killing" |
| Andreas Jones | character from the film "Happy New Year" |