Andrew Rourke

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Andrew Rourke — manly
806K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Andrew Rourke 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 Rourke: Allan Rourke (born 1980), Canadian professional ice hockey player Andy Rourke (1964–2023), English bass guitarist Colin P. Rourke (1943–2024), British mathematician Constance Rourke (1885–1941), American author and educator James Rourke (1838–1914), Canadian lumber manufacturer and politician from New Brunswick John Patrick Rourke (born 1942), South African botanist Josie Rourke (born 1976), British theatrical director Kurtis Rourke (born 2000), Canadian player of American football (brother of Nathan) Mickey Rourke (born 1952), American film actor Nathan Rourke (born 1998), Canadian profession. 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: Rourke

English

Allan Rourke (born 1980), Canadian professional ice hockey player Andy Rourke (1964–2023), English bass guitarist Colin P. Rourke (1943–2024), British mathematician Constance Rourke (1885–1941), American author and educator James Rourke (1838–1914), Canadian lumber manufacturer and politician from New Brunswick John Patrick Rourke (born 1942), South African botanist Josie Rourke (born 1976), British theatrical director Kurtis Rourke (born 2000), Canadian player of American football (brother of Nathan) Mickey Rourke (born 1952), American film actor Nathan Rourke (born 1998), Canadian profession.

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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 Rourke

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 Rourke:

9
Expression Number

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

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

7
Personality Number

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

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 Rourke?
The surname Rourke originates from English. Allan Rourke (born 1980), Canadian professional ice hockey player Andy Rourke (1964–2023), English bass guitarist Colin P. Rourke (1943–2024), British mathematician Constance Rourke (1885–1941), American author and educator James Rourke (1838–1914), Canadian lumber manufacturer and politician from New Brunswick John Patrick Rourke (born 1942), South African botanist Josie Rourke (born 1976), British theatrical director Kurtis Rourke (born 2000), Canadian player of American football (brother of Nathan) Mickey Rourke (born 1952), American film actor Nathan Rourke (born 1998), Canadian profession.
What are the origins of the name Andrew Rourke?
The name Andrew Rourke combines two different traditions: the first name Andrew has Greek roots, while the surname Rourke originates from English.
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