Holding steady.
Popularity of Andreka since 1978
Babies named Andreka per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 65 |
| 1990s | 66 |
| 2000s | 8 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Andreka is a Hungarian feminine diminutive of András, the local form of Andrew, meaning 'manly' or 'warrior'. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1978, and its peak year came in 1991, though it has never been common enough to rank nationally. The suffix 'ka' is a typical Hungarian diminutive, giving the name a soft, affectionate sound. Andreka is part of a small group of Hungarian-origin names used in the United States, and its trajectory has remained stable over recent decades. While it lacks widespread recognition, its rarity may appeal to families with Hungarian heritage or those seeking a distinctive name.
Andreka is a Hungarian feminine diminutive of András, the Hungarian form of Andrew. The root name Andrew comes from the Greek Andreas, derived from aner meaning 'man'. The suffix -ka is a common diminutive in Hungarian, used to form affectionate or familiar forms of names. Andreka has been used in Hungary since at least the late 20th century, though it remains relatively rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Andi, Dreka
Variants: Andrieka
Sibling names for Andreka
Names that share Andreka's style, for a brother or sister.
