Unisex name
Andi name meaning
“an honorific of nobility”
Andi is a name used for boys and girls, associated in Bugis naming with an honorific of nobility placed before a name. As an independent Indonesian given name, it can also have other origins, including shortened European names. Andy and Andhi are spelling variants of Andi.
What does Andi mean?
The ending -di occurs in names with different origins, such as Budi, Hadi, and Effendi. It has no shared meaning of its own; each complete name needs its own explanation. More boy names ending in -di →
Origin and cultural usage of Andi
In Bugis naming, Andi is a title of nobility placed before a name. As an independent Indonesian given name, it can also have other origins, including shortened European names.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Andi
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Andi, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
Andi as a first name
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Andi Ganang
Interpretation
May he become a man addressed with honor and respect.Meaning of each word
- Andi: an honorific of nobility
- Ganang: man; male
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Andi Pradana
Interpretation
May he become a foremost leader addressed with full honor.Meaning of each word
- Andi: an honorific of nobility
- Pradana: the foremost, a leader
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Andi Saputera
Interpretation
May this son grow while bearing a title of honor.Meaning of each word
- Andi: an honorific of nobility
- Saputera: son, boy
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Interpretation
A picture of a truly genuine echo accompanying an honorable address.Meaning of each word
- Andi: an honorific of nobility
- Gema: sound reflected back
- Sintong: true, real, genuine
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Interpretation
A picture of starlight and echo accompanying a title of honor.Meaning of each word
- Andi: an honorific of nobility
- Bintang: a shining celestial body
- Gema: sound reflected back
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Andi Priyatna
Interpretation
May he bear honor while remaining careful in every action.Meaning of each word
- Andi: an honorific of nobility
- Priyatna: alert, careful in one's actions
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Andi Prayoga
Interpretation
May he be an honored person who always acts properly and well.Meaning of each word
- Andi: an honorific of nobility
- Prayoga: proper, suitable, good
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Andi Tara
Interpretation
A picture of a heavenly star accompanying a title of honor.Meaning of each word
- Andi: an honorific of nobility
- Tara: star in the sky
Andi as a middle name
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Tegar Andi Suprayitno
Interpretation
May he be an honored person who remains steadfast and very careful.Meaning of each word
- Tegar: steadfast, resilient in hardship
- Andi: an honorific of nobility
- Suprayitno: very watchful and careful
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Interpretation
A picture of glowing embers accompanying an honored and prosperous person.Meaning of each word
- Bara: glowing embers
- Andi: an honorific of nobility
- Suharjo: prosperous, in a favorable condition
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Interpretation
May he be an honored person, radiant, virtuous, and widely knowledgeable.Meaning of each word
- Teja: radiance, brilliance
- Andi: an honorific of nobility
- Mahardika: virtuous and knowledgeable
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Interpretation
A picture of brightly shining heartwood accompanying a title of honor.Meaning of each word
- Pradipta: shining brightly, ablaze
- Andi: an honorific of nobility
- Galih: heartwood; the heart
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Interpretation
May he achieve victory while bearing honor and possessing nobility.Meaning of each word
- Viki: victory
- Andi: an honorific of nobility
- Muliawan: possessing nobility
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Interpretation
A picture of a lovely second person addressed with full honor.Meaning of each word
- Dwiki: two, second in order
- Andi: an honorific of nobility
- Boni: pretty, attractive
Andi as a last name
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Randy Andi
Interpretation
A picture of a shield accompanying someone addressed with honor.Meaning of each word
- Randy: shield; wolf
- Andi: an honorific of nobility
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Vicky Andi
Interpretation
May he achieve victory and be addressed with full honor.Meaning of each word
- Vicky: victory; victor
- Andi: an honorific of nobility
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Sahputra Andi
Interpretation
May this son become someone addressed with honor and respect.Meaning of each word
- Sahputra: son, male child
- Andi: an honorific of nobility
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Pramana Andi
Interpretation
May he become an honored person with a foundation of knowledge.Meaning of each word
- Pramana: measure, evidence, basis of knowledge
- Andi: an honorific of nobility
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Pradipta Andi
Interpretation
A picture of someone shining brightly and addressed with full honor.Meaning of each word
- Pradipta: shining brightly, ablaze
- Andi: an honorific of nobility
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Prastyo Andi
Interpretation
May he become an honored person holding firmly to a pledge of loyalty.Meaning of each word
- Prastyo: pledge or oath of loyalty
- Andi: an honorific of nobility
How to pronounce Andi
| Syllables | 2 · 4 letters · 4-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| IPA | /andi/ |
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦲꦤ꧀ꦢꦶ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮃᮔ᮪ᮓᮤ |
Is Andi a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Andi is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 81% of bearers are male. See all unisex names.
Andi ranks #26 among unisex names in our data sample (106 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
The same name in other spellings (for example old and new Indonesian spelling):
Names that sound like Andi
Names with related meanings
- Sri♀Splendor, beauty, prosperity
- Agus♂Great, venerable
- Ali♂Exalted, high in rank
- Bambang♂A young nobleman or warrior
- Agung♂Great, exalted, majestic
- Adi♂Excellent, foremost, noble
- Wibowo♂Authority, dignity, grandeur
- Maulana♂Our lord, our protector
- Effendi♂Sir, a respectful designation
- Agustina♀Venerable, worthy of respect
- Aziz♂Mighty, esteemed, dearly loved
- Mulyadi♂Noble and excellent
Famous people named Andi
- Andi · b. 1987
- Andi Mappauda. At · b. 1960
- Andi Pangeran · b. 1990
- La Andi · b. 1973
- Moch Andi H. M. · b. 1960
- R Andi Djaka Mulyadi
FAQ about the name Andi
What is the meaning of Andi?
Andi means an honorific of nobility. In Bugis naming, Andi is a title of nobility placed before a name. As an independent Indonesian given name, it can also have other origins, including shortened European names.
Is Andi a boy’s or a girl’s name?
Andi is used for both boys and girls. In our data sample, 81% of bearers are male.
How many syllables does Andi have?
Andi has 2 syllables (An-di) and 4 letters.
How popular is the name Andi?
Andi ranks #26 among unisex names in our data sample (106 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What are other spellings of Andi?
Other spellings: Andy, Andhi.
What full names go well with Andi?
Some ideas: Andi Ganang; Tegar Andi Suprayitno; Randy Andi.
Famous people named Andi?
Notable people named Andi include Andi, Andi Mappauda. At, Andi Pangeran.
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