Andru

Meaning & origin

Andru first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1970, a time when Andrew variants and creative spellings were gaining traction. It reached its highest usage in 2001, ranking 8910 that year, with a 1-in-213,510 frequency in 2025. The name has been in steady decline since around 2000, reflecting a broader shift away from Andrew and its derivatives. Despite its rarity, Andru carries the strength of its Greek root 'manly' and the familiarity of nicknames like Andy and Drew, making it a distinctive yet accessible choice for parents seeking a modern twist on a classic.

Andru is a modern English spelling variant of Andrew, which derives from the Greek name Andreas, from 'andreios' meaning 'manly' or 'warrior'. The name Andrew has strong Christian associations through Saint Andrew, the apostle and patron saint of Scotland, but Andru itself is a contemporary respelling that emerged in the late 20th century, likely as a streamlined or phonetic alternative.