Andrea

/ahn-DREH-ah/

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Andrea is an Italian boy's name pronounced /ahn-DREH-ah/. Italian masculine form meaning "manly, strong".

Meaning of Andrea

Italian masculine form meaning "manly, strong".

Andrea is the Italian form of the Greek name Andreas, derived from the word 'aner' (genitive 'andros') which means 'man'. It fundamentally denotes qualities of manliness, courage, and strength, tracing back to the New Testament through Saint Andrew the Apostle.

Origin
Italian
Pronunciation
/ahn-DREH-ah/

Cultural background

In Italy, Andrea is primarily a masculine name and remains one of the most popular choices for boys. Outside of Italy, particularly in English-speaking and Germanic countries, it is commonly used as a feminine name.

Variations & nicknames

  • Andre
  • Andreas
  • Andrei
  • Andres
  • Andreina
  • Andreatta

Famous people named Andrea

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

  • Andrea Bocelli

    World-renowned tenor and crossover artist.

    Music · 1990s–present

  • Andrea Pirlo

    Professional football player and manager known for his technical skill.

    Sport · 1990s–present

  • Andrea Palladio

    Highly influential Renaissance architect who inspired Palladianism.

    Architecture · 16th century

  • Andrea Mantegna

    Renaissance painter known for his use of perspective and foreshortening.

    Art · 15th century

  • Andrea del Sarto

    Florentine painter known for his technical perfection.

    Art · 16th century

Frequently asked about Andrea

What does Andrea mean?
Andrea is an Italian name derived from the Greek 'Andreas', meaning 'manly', 'strong', or 'brave'.
How do you pronounce Andrea?
In Italian, it is pronounced ahn-DRE-ah. In English, it is often pronounced AN-dree-uh or ahn-DRAY-uh.
Is Andrea a boy or girl name?
In Italy, Andrea is a traditional masculine name. In many other cultures, including the US and UK, it is typically used as a feminine name.

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