Andrew Quiroga

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Andrew Quiroga — manly
806K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Andrew Quiroga is a name that combines Greek origins. 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 Quiroga: Quiroga is a Galician surname; it originates from the valley and locality of Quiroga in the province of Lugo in the Galician region of Spain. Legend has it that in the year 715, a powerful knight defended the entrance to Galicia through the Valley of Quiroga from invasion by the Moors. As weapons, he used iron-tipped stakes which are the basis for the Quiroga coat-of-arms; five silver stakes (spears) positioned vertically on a green (sinople) background. 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: Quiroga

Spanish

Quiroga is a Galician surname; it originates from the valley and locality of Quiroga in the province of Lugo in the Galician region of Spain. Legend has it that in the year 715, a powerful knight defended the entrance to Galicia through the Valley of Quiroga from invasion by the Moors. As weapons, he used iron-tipped stakes which are the basis for the Quiroga coat-of-arms; five silver stakes (spears) positioned vertically on a green (sinople) background.

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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 Quiroga

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 Quiroga:

9
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Quiroga?
The surname Quiroga originates from Spanish. Quiroga is a Galician surname; it originates from the valley and locality of Quiroga in the province of Lugo in the Galician region of Spain. Legend has it that in the year 715, a powerful knight defended the entrance to Galicia through the Valley of Quiroga from invasion by the Moors. As weapons, he used iron-tipped stakes which are the basis for the Quiroga coat-of-arms; five silver stakes (spears) positioned vertically on a green (sinople) background.
What are the origins of the name Andrew Quiroga?
The name Andrew Quiroga combines two different traditions: the first name Andrew has Greek roots, while the surname Quiroga originates from Spanish.
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