Andy

Meaning of Andy

It means "manly" or "brave." It's a common short form of the name Andrew.

Andy has Greek roots — browse every Greek baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Andy

Andy has cooled off, slipping to #565 in 2025, down from a peak of #201 in 2005.

Notable people named Andy

• Andy Warhol
  Iconic American pop artist
• Andy Murray
  Three-time Grand Slam tennis champion
• Andy Samberg
  Comedian, actor, SNL alum
• Andy Griffith
  Beloved actor, "The Andy Griffith Show"
• Andy Garcia
  Actor, "The Godfather Part III"

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Questions about the name Andy

What does the name Andy mean?

Andy means it means "manly" or "brave." it's a common short form of the name andrew, and it comes from Greek origins.

Is Andy a boy's or a girl's name?

Andy is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Andy?

In 2025, Andy ranked #565 for boys, down from #488 the year before.

When was Andy most popular?

Andy peaked at #201 in 2005.