Andrei
BoyRomanian
Andrei is a boy name of Romanian origin meaning "Manly, virile".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Romanian
Religion
Christian
Popularity
2 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
6 letters
Meaning
Manly, virile
Etymology
Romanian form of Andrew, from Greek Andreas, meaning 'manly' or 'masculine', derived from anēr (man).
Famous People Named Andrei
- Andrei Sakharov — Soviet nuclear physicist and human rights activist (1921–1989)
- Andrei Shleifer — American economist
Frequently Asked Questions About Andrei
What does the name Andrei mean?
Andrei means "Manly, virile", and is of Romanian origin.
What is the origin of the name Andrei?
Andrei originates from Romanian, commonly used in Europe.
Is Andrei a boy or girl name?
Andrei is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Andrei associated with?
Andrei is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Andrei?
Yes — notable people named Andrei include Andrei Sakharov (Soviet nuclear physicist and human rights activist, 1921–1989) and Andrei Shleifer (American economist).
Last updated: June 2026