Spelling Variants
Andre vs Andrew: Which Spelling?
Both derive from Greek Andreas; André is French variant spelling of Andrew.
Global Rank #15
Andre
Origin: English
André derives from the Greek name Andreas, which comes from the root "andreios" meaning "strong" or "manly," related to the Greek word "aner" (man).
Global Rank #73
Andrew
Origin: English
Andrew derives from the Greek name Ἀνδρέας (Andreas), which comes from the Greek word "anēr" (ἀνήρ) meaning "man" or "strong man." The name is primarily used in Christian cultures and…
Which is more popular? Based on real registry rankings, Andre currently ranks higher globally. Popularity can vary a lot by country — check each name's own page for a full regional breakdown.