Andrei
Manly, courageous
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Name day
Celebrated on November 30
Origin and meaning of Andrei
Andrei is the Romanian form of Andrew, from the Greek Andréas, built on anḗr, andrós, “man”: it means “manly, courageous”. Saint Andrew, the first apostle called by Jesus, is said to have preached in Scythia Minor — today's Dobrogea — and is the patron saint of Romania, celebrated with a national holiday on 30 November. Since 2005 Andrei has been the most registered boy's name in Romania, loved for its crisp sound and its bond with the country's protector.
Variants around the world
How Andrei sounds in other languages.
Famous people
- Sfântul Apostol Andrei— saint
- Andrei Mureșanu— poet
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Andrei mean?
The name Andrei means Manly, courageous.
What is the origin of the name Andrei?
Origin of Andrei: Greek.
When is Andrei's name day?
Andrei's name day is celebrated on November 30.
What are the international variants of the name Andrei?
International variants of Andrei: Andrea, Andrew, André, Andrés, and Andreas.