| Meaning | manly, brave |
| Origin | Russian, Slavic |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Moderate |
| Length | 6 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | An-drey |
The name Andrey, with its roots in Slavic culture and Greek origin, embodies a timeless sense of strength and masculinity. Derived from the Greek "Andreas," meaning "man" or "manly," Andrey carries a sense of courage and resilience. It's a name that resonates with both tradition and modernity, making it a popular choice for parents seeking a strong yet versatile name for their baby boys.
In various Slavic cultures, Andrey has found its place as a mark of heritage and character. From renowned athletes like Andrey Arshavin to influential filmmakers like Andrey Tarkovsky, the name has graced the achievements of many accomplished individuals. Whether you're drawn to its historical significance or its contemporary appeal, Andrey is a name that leaves a lasting impression.
With variations and nicknames that offer personalization, Andrey is a name that can easily adapt to different settings and contexts. Whether your little Andrey grows up to be an artist, an athlete, a scholar, or a leader, the name will be a constant reminder of the strength and potential within.
| Andy |
| Drey |
| Rey |
| Drew |
| Andrey Arshavin | Russian footballer |
| Andrey Tarkovsky | Soviet filmmaker |
| Andrey Rublev | Russian tennis player |
| Andrey Voronin | Ukrainian footballer |
| Andrey Kuznetsov | Russian tennis player |
| Andrey Shevchenko | Ukrainian footballer |
| Andrey Zvyagintsev | Russian filmmaker |
| Andrey Koreshkov | Russian mixed martial artist |
| Andrey Kurkov | Ukrainian author |
| Andrey Vlasov | Soviet Red Army general |
| Andrey Babitsky | Russian journalist |
| Andrey Kanchelskis | Ukrainian footballer |
| Andrey Smirnov | Russian actor |
| Andrey Bely | Russian writer |
| Andrey Golubev | Kazakhstani tennis player |
| Andrey Medvedev | Ukrainian tennis player |
| Andrey Larkov | Russian cross-country skier |
| Andrey Yarmolenko | Ukrainian footballer |
| Andrey Amador | Costa Rican cyclist |
| Andrey Malanin | Russian diplomat |
| Andrey Semyonovich | Character in Fyodor Dostoevsky's novel "The Brothers Karamazov" |
| Andrey Bolkonsky | Character in Leo Tolstoy's novel "War and Peace" |
| Andrey Filatov | Character in Anton Chekhov's play "Three Sisters" |
| Andrey Stanislavovich | Character in Alexander Pushkin's novel "Eugene Onegin" |
| Andrey Lupus | Character in the "Night Watch" series by Sergei Lukyanenko |
| Andrey Dashkov | Character in Richelle Mead's "Vampire Academy" series |
| Andrey Ivanovich | Character in Anton Chekhov's short story "The Lady with the Dog" |
| Andrey Balashov | Character in Ivan Turgenev's novel "Fathers and Sons" |
| Andrey Zhivago | Character in Boris Pasternak's novel "Doctor Zhivago" |
| Andrey Gregorovich | Character in Agatha Christie's novel "The Murder of Roger Ackroyd" |
| Andrey Borodin | Character in Ken Follett's novel "Edge of Eternity" |
| Andrey Kipiani | Character in Ilf and Petrov's novel "The Twelve Chairs" |
| Andrey Bilzho | Character in Mikhail Bulgakov's play "Heart of a Dog" |
| Andrey Verkhovensky | Character in Fyodor Dostoevsky's novel "Demons" |
| Andrey Sokolov | Character in Ayn Rand's novel "We the Living" |
| Andrey Cavalcanti | Character in Alexandre Dumas' novel "The Count of Monte Cristo" |
| Andrey Belikov | Character in Nalini Singh's "Guild Hunter" series |
| Andrey Yezhov | Character in George Orwell's novel "Animal Farm" |
| Andrey Pervin | Character in Ivan Goncharov's novel "Oblomov" |
| Andrey Chikatilo | Inspired the character in Dan Simmons' novel "Carrion Comfort" |