Origin and Meaning of Andrej
Meaning & Origin
Manly, brave
Origin: Slavic - Andrej is a variant of Andrew, which is derived from the Greek name Andreas, meaning 'man' or 'warrior'.
Interesting Facts
- Andrej is a common name in several Slavic countries, including Slovenia, Slovakia, and parts of Eastern Europe.
- In many countries, variations of the name Andrej exist, such as Andreas in Greek, André in French, and Andrés in Spanish.
- Notable bearers of the name include Andrej Tarkovsky, a renowned Russian filmmaker, and Andrej Škrubej, a Slovenian poet and writer.
- The name Andrej has maintained steady popularity in Slavic countries, often appearing in the top 100 list of names for boys.
- Related names include Andrew, Andreas, and Andrea (which is often used for females).