A 1960s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Andra since 1917
Babies named Andra per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1959, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Andra's real moment was 1969.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 6 | 0 |
| 1920s | 11 | 0 |
| 1930s | 97 | 0 |
| 1940s | 576 | 23 |
| 1950s | 824 | 279 |
| 1960s | 1,232 | 786 |
| 1970s | 1,029 | 693 |
| 1980s | 832 | 415 |
| 1990s | 420 | 202 |
| 2000s | 332 | 117 |
| 2010s | 152 | 67 |
| 2020s | 61 | 10 |
Meaning & origin
Andra is a name that saw its peak in 1969, ranking 8,362 in 2025 with approximately 1 in 133,939 newborns. First recorded in 1917, it experienced a revival in the 1960s after a period of lower use. The trajectory has been rising since 2021, suggesting a renewed interest. While not among the top names in any state, Andra has a classic feel with a modern edge, appealing to parents seeking a feminine form of Andrew that stands apart from more common variants like Andrea or Sandra. Its concise spelling and strong sound make it a versatile choice across different regions.
Andra is derived from the Greek name Andreas, meaning 'manly' or 'brave'. It emerged as a feminine form of Andrew in the English-speaking world, particularly in the 20th century. The name gained modest popularity in the United States during the 1940s through the 1960s, often used as a short form of Sandra or Andrea before becoming established as a given name in its own right.
Where Andra is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Andra” around the world
Where Andra lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Andy, Andie
Sibling names for Andra
Names that share Andra's style, for a brother or sister.
