Andrew Ashley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Andrew Ashley — manly
806K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Andrew Ashley is a name combining Greek origins, bringing together "manly" (Andrew) with "ash tree meadow" (Ashley). The first name Andrew is a masculine given name of Greek origin. From the Greek Andreas (Ἀνδρέας), derived from aner (man). Saint Andrew is the patron saint of Scotland, Russia, and Greece. The surname Ashley: Alicia Ashley (born 1967), Jamaican-American boxer, former WBC world champion April Ashley (1935–2021), English model outed as a transgender woman Bernard Ashley (businessman) (1926–2009), British businessman and engineer, husband of Laura Ashley Bernard Ashley (author) (born 1935), British author of children's books Bob Ashley (1953–2024), American state senator Chester Ashley (1790–1848), American senator from Arkansas Clarence Ashley (1895–1967), American musician and singer Cyril and Claudia Ashley, fictional characters from Japanese light novel series Secrets of the Silent Witch Delos R. Andrew is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 806K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Andrew reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Andrew

Meaning: manly

Greek

From the Greek Andreas (Ἀνδρέας), derived from aner (man). Saint Andrew is the patron saint of Scotland, Russia, and Greece.

Surname: Ashley

Meaning: ash tree meadow

English

Alicia Ashley (born 1967), Jamaican-American boxer, former WBC world champion April Ashley (1935–2021), English model outed as a transgender woman Bernard Ashley (businessman) (1926–2009), British businessman and engineer, husband of Laura Ashley Bernard Ashley (author) (born 1935), British author of children's books Bob Ashley (1953–2024), American state senator Chester Ashley (1790–1848), American senator from Arkansas Clarence Ashley (1895–1967), American musician and singer Cyril and Claudia Ashley, fictional characters from Japanese light novel series Secrets of the Silent Witch Delos R.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 22%
Australia 9%
Greece 8%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Andrew has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Andy
  • Drew
  • André
  • Andreas
  • Andrea
  • Andrei

Notable People Named Andrew Ashley

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 Andrew Ashley:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Andrew?
The first name Andrew originates from Greek. From the Greek Andreas (Ἀνδρέας), derived from aner (man). Saint Andrew is the patron saint of Scotland, Russia, and Greece.
When was Andrew most popular?
The name Andrew reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Ashley?
The surname Ashley originates from English. Alicia Ashley (born 1967), Jamaican-American boxer, former WBC world champion April Ashley (1935–2021), English model outed as a transgender woman Bernard Ashley (businessman) (1926–2009), British businessman and engineer, husband of Laura Ashley Bernard Ashley (author) (born 1935), British author of children's books Bob Ashley (1953–2024), American state senator Chester Ashley (1790–1848), American senator from Arkansas Clarence Ashley (1895–1967), American musician and singer Cyril and Claudia Ashley, fictional characters from Japanese light novel series Secrets of the Silent Witch Delos R.
What are the origins of the name Andrew Ashley?
The name Andrew Ashley combines two different traditions: the first name Andrew has Greek roots, while the surname Ashley originates from English.
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