Boy New Testament Known
Andrew
a strong man
Ἀνδρέας Andreas
Andrew (Greek: Ἀνδρέας, Andreas) means “a strong man”, by traditional interpretation. It appears in 12 verses across 5 books of the Bible. In 2025 it was given to 4,503 children in the United States, ranking 73. Use is falling away. Around 1,334,415 Americans have been given it since 1880. Appears with Alphaeus in Acts 1.
The bearer in scripture
One person in scripture bears this name.
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Andrew
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At a glance
- Verses
- 12 across 5 books
- Bearers
- 1 one person only
- Testament
- New
- Era
- Gospels
The same name elsewhere
| Country | Form | Standing | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Andrew | rank 73 · 4,503 in 2025 | Births in year |
| Brazil | ANDRE | 583,808 bearers · born 1930–2010 | Living residents |
| Spain | ANDRES | 109,000 bearers · mean age 49.6 | Living residents |
| Portugal | André | permitted | IRN approved list |
Two different questions are shown here. Rows marked births in year count children registered during a period; rows marked living residents count people of every age alive at a census. They answer different questions and are never added together.
Using it today
Based on 2025 births across the United States.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| Given in 2025 | 4,503 | Falling |
| All-time total | 1,334,415 | Since records begin in 1880 |
| Peak | 36,429 in 1987 | Its highest year on record |
| Strongest state | CA | Highest share relative to births |
In scripture
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| First appears | Matthew 4:18 |
| Last appears | Acts 1:13 |
| Cross-references | 351 linked passages |
Names connected to this one
- Simon co-occurrence Appears with Simon in Acts 1.
- Judas co-occurrence Appears with Judas in Acts 1.
- Bartholomew co-occurrence Appears with Bartholomew in Acts 1.
- James co-occurrence Appears with James in Acts 1.
- Philip co-occurrence Appears with Philip in Acts 1.
- Alphaeus co-occurrence Appears with Alphaeus in Acts 1.
- John co-occurrence Appears with John in Acts 1.
Origin & meaning
Ἀνδρέας, -ου, ὁ
Andrew, the Apostle: Mat.4:18 10:2, Mrk.1:16, 29 3:18 13:3, Luk.6:14, Jhn.1:41, 45 6:8 12:22, Act.1:13.†
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Andrew, the brother of Simon Peter, was one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ and played a significant role in the early church.
The biblical story
Andrew was one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ and the brother of Simon Peter. He was originally a disciple of John the Baptist but later followed Jesus after hearing John's testimony about Him. Andrew is known for bringing his brother Peter to Jesus, recognizing Him as the Messiah.
Throughout the Gospels, Andrew is mentioned several times, often in connection with his brother Peter. He was present at significant events, such as the feeding of the five thousand, where he brought a boy with five loaves and two fish to Jesus. Andrew was also among the disciples who asked Jesus about the signs of His coming and the end of the age.
After Jesus' ascension, Andrew continued to play a role in the early church. He was present in the upper room with the other disciples as they waited for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit on the Day of Pentecost.
According to church tradition, Andrew preached the gospel in various regions, including Greece and Asia Minor, and was martyred by crucifixion on an X-shaped cross, which has become known as St. Andrew's Cross. His faithfulness and dedication to spreading the message of Christ have made him an important figure in Christian history.
Key verses
Andrew appears in 12 verses. Here are some of the most notable:
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And Jesus, walking by the sea of Galilee, saw two brethren, Simon called Peter, and Andrew his brother, casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers.
Matthew 4:18 -
Now the names of the twelve apostles are these; The first, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew his brother; James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother;
Matthew 10:2 -
Now as he walked by the sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and Andrew his brother casting a net into the sea: for they were fishers.
Mark 1:16 -
And forthwith, when they were come out of the synagogue, they entered into the house of Simon and Andrew, with James and John.
Mark 1:29 -
And Andrew, and Philip, and Bartholomew, and Matthew, and Thomas, and James the son of Alpheus, and Thaddeus, and Simon the Canaanite,
Mark 3:18
Show all 12 references
Matthew (2)
- Matthew 4:18
- Matthew 10:2
Mark (4)
- Mark 1:16
- Mark 1:29
- Mark 3:18
- Mark 13:3
Luke (1)
- Luke 6:14
John (4)
- John 1:40
- John 1:44
- John 6:8
- John 12:22
Acts (1)
- Acts 1:13
Name variants & nicknames
- Andy — nickname
- Drew — nickname
- Andrés — Spanish
- André — Portuguese
- Andreas — Greek form