Name meaning
André Name Meaning - Manly (Portuguese)
- Meaning
- Manly
- Origin
- Portuguese
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- A-NDRE
André means "Manly" (Portuguese). André is a boy name from Portuguese meaning "Manly." Portuguese form of Andrew.
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Meaning and Linguistic Breakdown
André is a boy name from Portuguese meaning "Manly." Portuguese form of Andrew.
Origin and Historical Usage
André appears in Portuguese naming records with the sense "Manly." Usage varies by region and parish or civil registry traditions.
Pronunciation Guide
- Phonetic
- A-NDRE
- Syllables
- 2
Geographic and Cultural Usage
Outside Portuguese countries, André is often chosen for diaspora identity or because the meaning "Manly" fits a naming theme. Pronunciation follows local accent rules.
Popularity
André is not a current top-chart name in most English-speaking registries — a plus for parents avoiding classroom duplicates.
Notable People Named André
- AAndré Villas-Boas
Variants and Related Names
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Nuno
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Frequently Asked Questions about André
What does André mean?
André means "Manly" in Portuguese tradition. André is a boy name from Portuguese meaning "Manly." Portuguese form of Andrew.
How do you pronounce André?
André is pronounced A-NDRE (2 syllables).
What language is André from?
André comes from Portuguese. André appears in Portuguese naming records with the sense "Manly." Usage varies by region and parish or civil registry traditions.
Is André a boy or girl name?
André is primarily used as a boy's name.
What does André mean in English?
English references usually translate André as "Manly." It is not an English word; the gloss comes from Portuguese.
Is André a rare name?
André is not a current top-chart name in most English-speaking registries — a plus for parents avoiding classroom duplicates.
What is the origin of the name André?
André appears in Portuguese naming records with the sense "Manly." Usage varies by region and parish or civil registry traditions.
Who are famous people named André?
Notable bearers include André Villas-Boas.
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