Holding steady.
Popularity of Andrewjames since 1985
Babies named Andrewjames per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 26 |
| 1990s | 43 |
| 2000s | 54 |
| 2010s | 11 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Andrewjames is a modern compound name that combines two classic English names: Andrew and James. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1985, and its greatest popularity came during the 1990s, with its peak year in 1997. The name has never ranked among the top 1000 names, reflecting its use as a rare and distinctive choice. It has remained stable in usage, never widely adopted but consistently given to a small number of boys each year. Because its rarity means no state-level data is reported, its appeal lies in the familiar strength of its components rather than statistical popularity.
Andrewjames is a modern compound name formed by joining Andrew (of Greek origin, meaning 'manly') and James (from Hebrew Ya'aqov, meaning 'supplanter'). This type of double-barreled given name became more common in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century, often used to honor two family members or to create a distinctive name. Its appearance in U.S. records dates back to 1985.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Andy, Drew, AJ, Jamie
Variants: Andrew James, Andrew-James
Sibling names for Andrewjames
Names that share Andrewjames's style, for a brother or sister.
