Andrius – Name Meaning
Andrius is a masculine given name of Lithuanian origin. It is derived from the Greek name Andreas, which means “manly” or “strong”. The name has been popular in Lithuania since the Middle Ages and is still widely used today.
History and Origin
The name Andrius is derived from the Greek name Andreas, which was originally derived from the Greek word “aner” meaning “man”. The name was popularized by Saint Andrew, one of Jesus’ twelve apostles. In the Middle Ages, it became popular in Lithuania due to its association with Christianity.
Popularity
Andrius is a very popular name in Lithuania, where it ranks as the 11th most popular male name. It is also common in other countries such as Latvia, Estonia, and Russia. In the United States, it is not as common but still ranks among the top 1000 names for boys.
Famous People Named Andrius
There are several famous people who have been given the name Andrius. These include:
- Andrius Tapinas – Lithuanian journalist and television presenter
- Andrius Mamontovas – Lithuanian singer-songwriter and actor
- Andrius Šedžius – Lithuanian basketball player
- Andrius Pojavis – Lithuanian singer-songwriter and musician
Variations of the Name
The name Andrius can be shortened to Andy or Drew. Other variations of the name include Andrei (Russian), Andrejs (Latvian), Anders (Scandinavian), and Andrzej (Polish).
