The nameAndrzej
Andrzej is a Polish boy's name, a form of Andrew. It is found in Norway.
- Boy's name
- Polish
- Feast day
Meaning
Andrzej comes from the Greek aner, andros, "man".
Origin
Polish, of Greek origin.
History
In Norway the name is borne mostly by people of Polish origin. In France, André is preferred.
Did you know?
- The Polish filmmaker Andrzej Wajda received an honorary Oscar in 2000 for his whole career.
Famous people named Andrzej
- Andrzej Wajda, Polish filmmaker
Popularity of the name Andrzej
Andrzej in Norway
1972peak year (76 births)
1,812babies named Andrzej in Norway since 1945
Andrzej was most popular in Norway in the 1970s, with 624 births over the decade, 34% of all recorded babies named Andrzej. Its rise began around 1950, and it peaked in 1972. Half of all babies named Andrzej in Norway were born before 1970, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
Variants and related names
Andrzej in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Andrzej mean?
Andrzej comes from the Greek aner, andros, "man".
What is the origin of the name Andrzej?
Polish, of Greek origin.
Is Andrzej a girl's or a boy's name?
Andrzej is a boy's name.
What are the variants of the name Andrzej?
Variants and related names of Andrzej include Andre, Andreas and Andrés.
Who are famous people named Andrzej?
Andrzej Wajda, Polish filmmaker.