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Name Origin

Andreas is a masculine given name of Greek origin, meaning 'manly' or 'brave'. It is derived from the Greek word 'andros', which means 'man'. Andreas is a popular name in many European countries, particularly in Greece, Germany, and Scandinavia.

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Famous People

Andreas Vesalius (1514-1564)

Physician, Anatomist

  • Considered the father of modern anatomy.
  • Published De humani corporis fabrica (On the Fabric of the Human Body), a groundbreaking anatomical text.

Andreas Papandreou (1919-1996)

Politician

  • Prime Minister of Greece from 1981 to 1989 and again from 1993 to 1996.
  • Founded the Panhellenic Socialist Movement (PASOK).

Andreas Seppi (1984-)

Tennis Player

  • Reached a career-high singles ranking of No. 18 in the world.
  • Won four ATP Tour singles titles.

Andreas Christensen (1996-)

Footballer

  • Plays as a center-back for FC Barcelona and the Denmark national team.
  • Won the UEFA Champions League with Chelsea in 2021.

Andreas Gursky (1955-)

Photographer

  • Known for his large-format photographic works depicting landscapes and urban scenes.
  • His photographs often explore themes of globalization, consumerism, and the built environment.

Andreas Mikkelsen

Rally driver

  • Won the WRC-2 championship in 2016.
  • Finished on the podium multiple times in the World Rally Championship.