How Many People Are Named Andre?

Complete statistics for the name Andre: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Andre
Rare
Greek

Andre means 'manly' and has origins in Greek culture. It's rare, with 119,694 people named Andre living in the US today, making up 1 in 2,757 Americans. The name peaked in popularity back in 1970.

~9,317
Living in US
1 in 35,575
Americans
1970
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Manly
🌐
Origin
Greek
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 6
Personality Traits
Confident Strong
6
Life Path Number

People with the life path number 6 are known for their nurturing nature and ability to bring harmony to those around them.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

276,520
Worldwide Bearers
#171
Global Rank
🇧🇪 Belgium
45,282
🇿🇦 South Africa
44,112
🇳🇱 Netherlands
39,957
🇭🇹 Haiti
27,628
🇵🇹 Portugal
18,494
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
9,148
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
8,403
🇪🇹 Ethiopia
7,051
🇵🇱 Poland
4,806
🇳🇴 Norway
4,255

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
117,742 (98%)
♀ Female
1,952 (2%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 40
42,500
Would be under 30 (32%)
68,090
Would be 30–60 (52%)
21,395
Would be over 60 (16%)

All 131,985 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1970

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
99
Classic Feel
61
Modern Appeal
49
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Andre Through the Generations

Over the decades, Andre has seen its highs and lows, but it remains a name that carries a certain charm. In 1970, it reached its peak with 2,572 births, reflecting a time when the name was more widely embraced. Today, it's less common, yet still beloved by many. People named Andre are spread across different age groups, with 42,500 under 30, 68,090 aged 30 to 60, and 21,395 over 60, showing a fairly even distribution. This balance suggests that while the name isn't as popular as it once was, it continues to be chosen by parents who appreciate its timeless appeal.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 16,872
New York 12,824
Illinois 8,699
Texas 8,551
Florida 6,856
Michigan 5,969
Pennsylvania 5,596
Ohio 5,110
New Jersey 4,613
Maryland 4,004

⭐ Famous People Named Andre

André — sometimes transliterated as Andre — is the French and Portuguese form corresponding to the English name Andrew and is now also used in the English-speaking world. It is used in France, Quebec, Canada and other French-speaking countries, as well as in Portugal, Brazil and other Portuguese-speaking countries. It is a variation of the Greek name Andreas, a short form of any of various compound names derived from andr- 'man, warrior'.…

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✨ Similar Names to Andre

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Andre's Greek roots

📄 About the Name Andre

How Many People Have the Name Andre?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 9,317 people in the United States currently share the name Andre. That works out to roughly 1 in every 35,575 Americans, placing it in the Rare category.

Is Andre a Common or Rare Name?

Andre is classified as Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Andre Mean?

Andre means "manly" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 6.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Andre in SSA data, approximately 98% are male and 2% are female.

When Was Andre Most Popular?

The name Andre reached peak popularity in 1970, with 2,572 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Andre?

Approximately 9,317 people named Andre live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 9,317. That works out to roughly 1 in 35,575 Americans.

Is Andre a rare name?

Andre is classified as Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 35,575 Americans has this name.

What does the name Andre mean?

Andre means "manly" and comes from Greek origins.

Is Andre more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 98% of people named Andre are male and 2% are female.

When was Andre most popular?

Andre peaked in 1970 with 2,572 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US9,317
All-Time Births9,317
1 in X1 in 35,575
RarityRare
GenderMale
Avg Age40
Peak Year1970
World Rank#171
Male %98%
Female %2%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.