Andre Gifford

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Andre Gifford — Greek
114K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Andre Gifford is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Andre is a masculine given name of Greek origin. André — sometimes transliterated as Andre — is the French and Portuguese form corresponding to the English name Andrew and is now also used in the English-speaking world. It is used in France, Quebec, Canada and other French-speaking countries, as well as in Portugal, Brazil and other Portuguese-speaking countries. It is a variation of the Greek name Andreas, a short form of any of various compound names derived from andr- 'man, warrior'. The name is popular in Norway and Sweden. The surname Gifford: Gifford is an English surname. Adam Gifford, Lord Gifford (1820–1887), Scottish advocate; benefactor of the Gifford Lectures endowment Alden I. Gifford (1910–1995), American international businessman; diplomat to several countries in Latin America Baron Gifford, a title in the peerage of Great Britain and the various holders thereof Robert Gifford, 1st Baron Gifford (1779–1826), lawyer, judge, and politician Edric Gifford, 3rd Baron Gifford (1849–1911), recipient of the Victoria Cross Anthony Maurice Gifford, 6th Baron Gifford (b. Andre is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 114K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Andre reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Andre

Greek

André — sometimes transliterated as Andre — is the French and Portuguese form corresponding to the English name Andrew and is now also used in the English-speaking world. It is used in France, Quebec, Canada and other French-speaking countries, as well as in Portugal, Brazil and other Portuguese-speaking countries. It is a variation of the Greek name Andreas, a short form of any of various compound names derived from andr- 'man, warrior'. The name is popular in Norway and Sweden.

Surname: Gifford

Latin

Gifford is an English surname. Adam Gifford, Lord Gifford (1820–1887), Scottish advocate; benefactor of the Gifford Lectures endowment Alden I. Gifford (1910–1995), American international businessman; diplomat to several countries in Latin America Baron Gifford, a title in the peerage of Great Britain and the various holders thereof Robert Gifford, 1st Baron Gifford (1779–1826), lawyer, judge, and politician Edric Gifford, 3rd Baron Gifford (1849–1911), recipient of the Victoria Cross Anthony Maurice Gifford, 6th Baron Gifford (b.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Andre is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Andre by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Andre Gifford

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Andre Gifford:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Andre?
The first name Andre originates from Greek. André — sometimes transliterated as Andre — is the French and Portuguese form corresponding to the English name Andrew and is now also used in the English-speaking world. It is used in France, Quebec, Canada and other French-speaking countries, as well as in Portugal, Brazil and other Portuguese-speaking countries. It is a variation of the Greek name Andreas, a short form of any of various compound names derived from andr- 'man, warrior'. The name is popular in Norway and Sweden.
When was Andre most popular?
The name Andre reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Gifford?
The surname Gifford originates from Latin. Gifford is an English surname. Adam Gifford, Lord Gifford (1820–1887), Scottish advocate; benefactor of the Gifford Lectures endowment Alden I. Gifford (1910–1995), American international businessman; diplomat to several countries in Latin America Baron Gifford, a title in the peerage of Great Britain and the various holders thereof Robert Gifford, 1st Baron Gifford (1779–1826), lawyer, judge, and politician Edric Gifford, 3rd Baron Gifford (1849–1911), recipient of the Victoria Cross Anthony Maurice Gifford, 6th Baron Gifford (b.
What are the origins of the name Andre Gifford?
The name Andre Gifford combines two different traditions: the first name Andre has Greek roots, while the surname Gifford originates from Latin.
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