Andreq
A masculine given name of Greek origin meaning "manly" or "courageous".
Name Census estimates that about 12 living Americans carry the first name Andreq. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Andreq today is around 37 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Andreq births was 1988 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Andreq. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Andreq. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
12
~ 1 in 28,562,862 Americans
Peak year
1988
7 babies that year
Average age
37
years old
1988 SSA rank
#5,780
Tracked since 1987
Popularity
Andreq: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Andreq by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Andreq during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 12 | 0 | 12 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Andreq
The name Andreq is a unique and intriguing moniker with roots that can be traced back to the ancient Slavic language. Its origins can be found in the Balkan region, particularly in the areas that are now known as Serbia and Montenegro. The name is believed to have derived from the Greek name Andreas, which itself stems from the word "andros," meaning "man" or "warrior."
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Andreq can be found in the historical annals of the Serbian Orthodox Church, where it was mentioned as the name of a prominent monk who lived in the 12th century. This monk, known as Andreq Ravanica, is said to have played a significant role in the establishment of the Ravanica Monastery, one of the most revered religious sites in Serbia.
Throughout the centuries, the name Andreq has been borne by several notable figures. One such individual was Andreq Miloradovic, a Serbian military leader who fought against the Ottoman Empire in the early 19th century. His bravery and strategic prowess earned him a place in Serbian folklore, and he is celebrated as a national hero to this day.
Another prominent bearer of the name was Andreq Karadzic, a Serbian philologist and linguist who lived in the 19th century. Karadzic is credited with reforming the Serbian literary language and establishing the foundations of modern Serbian orthography. His contributions to the preservation and promotion of Serbian culture and language cannot be overstated.
In the realm of literature, the name Andreq is associated with Andreq Matoš, a Croatian poet and novelist who lived from 1873 to 1914. Matoš is regarded as one of the greatest literary figures in Croatian history, and his works have been widely acclaimed for their lyrical beauty and profound insights into the human condition.
Lastly, it is worth mentioning Andreq Tarkovsky, a renowned Soviet filmmaker who lived from 1932 to 1986. Tarkovsky's films, such as "Solaris" and "The Mirror," are considered masterpieces of world cinema, and his innovative cinematographic techniques and philosophical explorations have influenced generations of filmmakers.
While the name Andreq may not be as common as some other names, its rich history and cultural significance make it a unique and compelling choice for parents seeking a name with depth and meaning.
People
Andreq + last name combinations
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FAQ
Andreq: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Andreq?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 12 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Andreq going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 28,562,862 US residents.
Is Andreq a common name?
We classify Andreq as "Very Rare". It ranks above 32.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 12 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Andreq most popular?
The single biggest year for Andreq was 1988, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Andreq is about 37 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Andreq in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Andreq a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Andreq in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Andreq still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Andreq in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Andreq can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Andreq as a first name?
If you just want to know how many Americans are named Andreq, HowManyOfMe.org gives you the headline number in one glance.