Andru

Pronounced: AN-droo

Meaning: Manly, Brave

Gender: Boy
Origin: Greek
Language: English (Modern)

What does Andru mean?

Andru is a modern English form that carries the same basic meaning as its root name from Greek, traditionally rendered as 'man' or 'manly'. The sense is linked to strength and courage rather than a literal reference to adulthood.

The name feels contemporary and pared back, with a friendly, energetic tone. It sits somewhere between the familiar warmth of Andrew and a more modern spelling choice, suggesting someone who is steady and approachable with a subtle sense of individuality.

❤️ Why Parents Choose This Name

A concise, modern spelling that stands out without being hard to pronounce.
Familiar but fresh; it reads as recognisably related to Andrew while feeling contemporary.
Short and easy to spell for everyday use, from school to adulthood.
Offers straightforward nicknames such as Andy or Drew while remaining strong on its own.
Works well in many English speaking contexts and pairs neatly with classic middle names.

Historical Context

The form Andru is a contemporary variant of names that ultimately derive from the Greek name Andreas. Andreas produced a wide family of names across languages, most famously Andrew in English, Andre in French and Andreas in several European languages. The original Greek element ἀνήρ (anēr) and its stem conveyed the idea of adult male strength and bravery, which is how the sense of 'manly' developed.

Simpler or alternative spellings such as Andru appear as modern adaptations that aim to keep the familiar sound while offering a slightly different visual identity. These kinds of spellings became more common in the late 20th and early 21st centuries as parents looked for ways to refresh classic names while keeping their recognisability and roots.

Original Form

Andreas Andrew

Variants of Andru

Spelling Variants:Anders Andras Andre Andreas Andrei Andres Andrew Andrey Andrue Andruw

Nicknames:Andy Drew

Short Forms:Dru

Feminine form

Andrea

International Variants

Name	Language
Anders	Swedish (Modern)
Andras	Hungarian (Modern)
Andre	French (Modern)
Andrea	English (Modern)
Andreas	Greek (Modern)
Andrei	Romanian
Andres	Spanish (Latin American)
Andrew	English (British)
Andrey	Russian