Andris
BoyLatvian
Andris is a boy name of Latvian origin meaning "Defender of the people".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Latvian
Religion
Christian
Syllables
2
Length
6 letters
Meaning
Defender of the people
Etymology
Derived from Greek name Andreas
Famous People Named Andris
- Andris Bērziņš — eighth president of Latvia (born 1944)
- Andris Nelsons — Latvian conductor (born 1978)
- Andris Bērziņš — Prime Minister of Latvia (born 1951)
- Andris Piebalgs — Latvian politician (born 1957)
- Andris Šķēle — Latvian politician and claimed oligarch (born 1958)
Frequently Asked Questions About Andris
What does the name Andris mean?
Andris means "Defender of the people", and is of Latvian origin.
What is the origin of the name Andris?
Andris originates from Latvian, commonly used in Europe.
Is Andris a boy or girl name?
Andris is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Andris associated with?
Andris is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Andris?
Yes — notable people named Andris include Andris Bērziņš (eighth president of Latvia, born 1944), Andris Nelsons (Latvian conductor, born 1978), Andris Bērziņš (Prime Minister of Latvia, born 1951), Andris Piebalgs (Latvian politician, born 1957) and Andris Šķēle (Latvian politician and claimed oligarch, born 1958).
Last updated: June 2026