Andromeda Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Andromeda originates from Greek, meaning 'ruler of men'. Its linguistic path traces from Ancient Greek through Latin and into modern English. The name is associated with strength and beauty, primarily due to its mythological background. There are no biblical references related to this name.
The name Andromeda is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Andromeda has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, too falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Andromeda' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11867th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8445th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6673rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6171st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2570th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Andromeda' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Andromeda"
Pronunciation
/ænˈdrɒmɪdə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Andromeda comes from the Greek words 'aner' meaning 'man' and 'medomai' meaning 'to think' or 'to consider'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'ruler of men'.
Meaning
Ruler of men
Language Evolution
Ancient Greek: Ἀνδρομέδα (Andromedā), Latin: Andromeda, Old French: Andromède, Middle English: Andromeda
Historical Usage
The name Andromeda gained popularity in the Western world due to its association with Greek mythology, where she was a princess and the daughter of King Cepheus and Queen Cassiopeia. The myth was widely known and depicted in various art forms.
Variants & Derivatives
Andromedae, Andromedah, Andromedus
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Andromeda is often associated with science fiction and astronomy, particularly as the name of a galaxy. It is perceived as a name of beauty and strength, often linked to feminine power due to its mythological roots.
Famous People
Andromeda Galaxy (a prominent astronomical feature), Andromeda Strain (a novel by Michael Crichton)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Andromeda"
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 "Andromeda"
"Andromeda" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11867th of 12526 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8445th of 19264 | 67 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6673rd of 27321 | 183 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6171st of 35406 | 313 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2570th of 30306 | 828 |
Regional Popularity of "Andromeda" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Andromeda" 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) |
- | - |
100.00% 5194th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
76.74% 5727th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
82.61% 3291st/3984 |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
46.94% 3202nd/6822 |
33.72% 2116th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Andromeda"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Andromeda" 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.