andrew
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/ˈændruː/
manly; a male name
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Andrew' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'Andreas,' where 'aner/andros' meant 'man' or 'male.'
Historical Evolution
'Andreas' was adopted into Latin as 'Andreas,' then into Old French as 'Andreu,' and eventually became the modern English name 'Andrew.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'man' or 'manly,' but over time it became used as a personal name.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a male given name, derived from the Greek name Andreas, meaning 'manly' or 'brave.'
Andrew is coming to the party tonight.
Noun 2
saint Andrew, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus in Christian tradition.
St. Andrew is the patron saint of Scotland.
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