Andon Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Andon has Greek origins, meaning 'man' or 'warrior.' It evolved from the name Andonios and has several derivatives. The name is often associated with traits of strength and creativity, and it does not have a biblical background.
The name Andon is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Andon has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Andon' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10567th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2254th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5924th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Andon' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Andon"
Pronunciation
/ˈændən/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Andon is derived from the Greek name 'Andonios,' which is a diminutive form of 'Andreas,' meaning 'man' or 'warrior.'
Meaning
man, warrior
Language Evolution
Andonios, Andreas, Andon
Historical Usage
The name Andon has been used in various cultures, but it gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in Eastern European countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Andonio, Andoni, Andy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Andon is viewed as a unique and strong name, often associated with creativity and resilience.
Famous People
Andon Dodev, Andon Vukov
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Andon"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Andon"
"Andon" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 10567th of 16616 | 28 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2254th of 24088 | 835 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5924th of 23106 | 177 |
Regional Popularity of "Andon" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
36.56% 1675th/4582 |
47.35% 2445th/5164 |
27.50% 2011th/7313 |
31.93% 2383rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
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Regional Popularity of "Andon" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Andon"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Andon" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.