Andy
Andy is a unisex name of Greek origin meaning “Manly, brave”, pronounced AN-dee. It ranked #565 in the United States in 2025, given to 524 babies, and peaked at #193 in 1964. Common nicknames: And, Dee.
How popular is Andy in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Andy mean, and where does it come from?
Andy began as the short form of Andrew, from the Greek andreios, "manly" or "brave," and has been doing its own work as a full name for well over a century. It also serves Andrea, Andrew's feminine counterpart in Italy and the English-speaking world, which is why it appears on both sides of the US charts. The name has an unusually friendly register — it belongs to Warhol, to Sheriff Andy Taylor, to Toy Story's boy, to a generation of British tennis fans shouting at a television — and that plainness is the point: Andy is the name you use when you want no distance between yourself and the person you are talking to.
How is Andy used around the world?
Andy is used in 2 languages worldwide, with 4+ international variants.
TypeUnisex name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Andy?
Famous People Named Andy
- Andy Warhol — American artist and central figure of pop art
- Andy Murray — British tennis player and three-time Grand Slam champion
- Andy Samberg — American actor and comedian
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Andy mean?
Andy is a unisex name of Greek origin meaning "Manly, brave." Andy began as the short form of Andrew, from the Greek andreios, "manly" or "brave," and has been doing its own work as a full name for well over a century. It also serves Andrea, Andrew's feminine counterpart in Italy and the English-speaking world, which is why it appears on both sides of the US charts.
How do you pronounce Andy?
Andy is pronounced AN-dee. Common variations include Andie, Andi, Andrew.
Is Andy a unisex name?
Yes, Andy is traditionally a unisex name. Popular nicknames include And, Dee.