Andrew Sturgeon

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Andrew Sturgeon — manly
806K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Andrew Sturgeon 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 Sturgeon: Al Sturgeon (born 1956), American politician from Iowa Barbara Sturgeon, British broadcaster Bobby Sturgeon (1919–2007), American baseball infielder Cecil Sturgeon (1919–1972), American football offensive tackle Connor Sturgeon (1998–2023), American mass shooter Daniel Sturgeon (1789–1878), American physician, banker, and politician from Pennsylvania Fábio Sturgeon (born 1994), Portuguese footballer Henry Sturgeon (died 1814), British Army officer of the Napoleonic Wars Lyle Sturgeon (1914–1958), Canadian-born American football tackle Michael Sturgeon (born 1958), English cricketer Nicola Stur. 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: Sturgeon

Portuguese

Al Sturgeon (born 1956), American politician from Iowa Barbara Sturgeon, British broadcaster Bobby Sturgeon (1919–2007), American baseball infielder Cecil Sturgeon (1919–1972), American football offensive tackle Connor Sturgeon (1998–2023), American mass shooter Daniel Sturgeon (1789–1878), American physician, banker, and politician from Pennsylvania Fábio Sturgeon (born 1994), Portuguese footballer Henry Sturgeon (died 1814), British Army officer of the Napoleonic Wars Lyle Sturgeon (1914–1958), Canadian-born American football tackle Michael Sturgeon (born 1958), English cricketer Nicola Stur.

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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 Sturgeon

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 Sturgeon:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

2
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Sturgeon?
The surname Sturgeon originates from Portuguese. Al Sturgeon (born 1956), American politician from Iowa Barbara Sturgeon, British broadcaster Bobby Sturgeon (1919–2007), American baseball infielder Cecil Sturgeon (1919–1972), American football offensive tackle Connor Sturgeon (1998–2023), American mass shooter Daniel Sturgeon (1789–1878), American physician, banker, and politician from Pennsylvania Fábio Sturgeon (born 1994), Portuguese footballer Henry Sturgeon (died 1814), British Army officer of the Napoleonic Wars Lyle Sturgeon (1914–1958), Canadian-born American football tackle Michael Sturgeon (born 1958), English cricketer Nicola Stur.
What are the origins of the name Andrew Sturgeon?
The name Andrew Sturgeon combines two different traditions: the first name Andrew has Greek roots, while the surname Sturgeon originates from Portuguese.
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