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UK surname

Andrei

A Hungarian and Romanian surname derived from the given name Andreas/Andrei, meaning "man" or "manly".

The strongest historical links point to No data. In the modern distribution records, the strongest local clusters include Brent, Lambeth and Harrow.

Across the surname records, the highest recorded count for Andrei is 394 in 2016. Compared with 1881, the name has changed.

1881 census count

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Modern count

394

2016, ranked #12,012

Peak year

2016

394 bearers

Map years

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2016 to 2016

Key insights

  • The latest modern count shown here is 394 in 2016, ranked #12,012.
  • Within the historical census years, the highest count was 2 in 1861.
  • The contemporary neighbourhood profile most associated with the surname is Established Multi-Ethnic Communities.

Andrei surname distribution map

The map shows where the Andrei surname is concentrated in each census or modern distribution year. Darker areas mean a stronger local concentration.

Distribution map

Andrei surname density by area, 2016 modern.

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Timeline

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Andrei over time

The table below tracks recorded surname counts and rank from the 19th-century census years through the modern adult-register period.

Year Period Count Rank
1861 historical 2 #34,135
1997 modern 4 #38,094
1998 modern 6 #37,703
1999 modern 6 #37,696
2000 modern 7 #37,430
2001 modern 8 #37,124
2002 modern 9 #37,051
2003 modern 10 #36,964
2004 modern 15 #36,530
2005 modern 17 #36,407
2006 modern 23 #36,054
2007 modern 39 #35,097
2008 modern 64 #33,402
2009 modern 84 #31,842
2010 modern 114 #28,017
2011 modern 111 #28,294
2012 modern 221 #17,979
2013 modern 235 #17,515
2014 modern 275 #15,831
2015 modern 320 #14,090
2016 modern 394 #12,012

Geography

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Where Andreis are most common

Historical parish links are strongest around No data. These are the places where the surname stands out most clearly in the older records.

The modern local-area list points to Brent, Lambeth, Harrow and Rhondda Cynon Taf. Treat these as concentration signals, not proof that every family line began there.

Some modern areas include a three-digit suffix, such as Leeds 110. The suffix is a small-area code, so it stays in the table while the prose uses the plain place name.

Top historical parishes

Rank Parish Area
1 No data No data

Top modern areas

Rank Area District
1 Brent 001 Brent
2 Brent 031 Brent
3 Lambeth 032 Lambeth
4 Harrow 013 Harrow
5 Rhondda Cynon Taf 028 Rhondda Cynon Taf

Forenames

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First names often paired with Andrei

These lists show first names that appear often with the Andrei surname in historical and recent records.

Modern profile

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Neighbourhood profile for Andrei

Modern surname records can be compared with neighbourhood classifications. For Andrei, this points to the kinds of places where the surname is most concentrated today.

These neighbourhood labels describe areas, not individual people. They are useful because surnames often cluster through family history, migration, housing patterns and local work. A surname can be strongest in one type of neighbourhood even when people with that name live across the country.

The UK classification gives the national picture. The London classification is more specific to the capital, where housing, age profile, tenure and population mix can look quite different from the rest of the UK.

UK neighbourhood type

UK Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities

Group

Established Multi-Ethnic Communities

Nationally, the Andrei surname is most associated with neighbourhoods classed as Established Multi-Ethnic Communities, within Low-Skilled Migrant and Student Communities. This does not mean every Andrei household fits that profile, but it gives a useful signal about where the modern surname distribution is strongest.

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Group profile

Parents and young children in this Group are drawn from diverse ethnic backgrounds in broadly similar proportions. Employment is typically in elementary occupations, though workers in professional, intermediate or skilled trades occupations are also present. The residential landscape is dominated by terraced housing, although semi-detached houses and flats are also present. This Group is found in London and in many provincial towns and cities throughout the U.K.

Wider pattern

Young adults, many of whom are students, predominate in these high-density and overcrowded neighbourhoods of rented terrace houses or flats. Most ethnic minorities are present in these communities, as are people born in European countries that are not part of the EU. Students aside, low skilled occupations predominate, and unemployment rates are above average. Overall, the mix of students and more sedentary households means that neighbourhood average numbers of children are not very high. The Mixed or Multiple ethnic group composition of neighbourhoods is often associated with low rates of affiliation to Christian religions. This Supergroup predominates in non-central urban locations the UK, particularly within England in the Midlands and the outskirts of west, south and north-east London.

London neighbourhood type

London Output Area Classification

Supergroup

Suburban Asian Communities

Group

Settled Semi-Detached Asians

Within London, Andrei is most associated with areas classed as Settled Semi-Detached Asians, part of Suburban Asian Communities. This gives the surname a London-specific profile rather than forcing the capital into the same pattern as the rest of the country.

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Group profile

These residents share Supergroup characteristics of large (non-Chinese) Asian populations but those identifying as Bangladeshi are notably absent. Many residents were born in the UK, while other more recent migrants have African birthplaces. Semi-detached housing, much of it owner occupied, prevails in these suburban residential locations.

Wider London pattern

Many residents of these neighbourhoods are of (non-Chinese) Asian descent, with many identifying as Indian, Pakistani or Bangladeshi. Neighbourhoods are located across large areas of suburban west, north-east and south London. Detached, semi-detached and terraced houses are more prevalent than flats and socially rented housing is uncommon. Few residents live in communal establishments. Many families have dependent children, sometimes in overcrowded accommodation, and few households are ethnically mixed. Marriage rates are above the London average. The even age distribution, relative absence of individuals living alone and frequent incidence of households with children suggests that multi-generation households may be relatively common. Employment is often in skilled trades, elementary, sales and customer service occupations, and roles as process, plant, and machine operatives. Manufacturing and construction are well represented, along with employment in distribution, hotels, and restaurants. Many adults have only level 1, 2, or apprenticeship qualifications. English is not used at home by some residents. Religious affiliation is above average.

Healthy neighbourhoods

Access to healthy assets and hazards

Andrei is most concentrated in decile 10 for access to healthy assets and hazards. This places the surname towards the healthier end of the index.

Lower deciles point towards weaker access to healthy assets or stronger exposure to local hazards. Higher deciles point towards stronger access and fewer hazards.

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Lower access Higher access

Neighbourhood deprivation

Index of Multiple Deprivation

Andrei falls in decile 3 for neighbourhood deprivation. This puts the surname towards the more deprived end of the index.

Decile 1 represents the more deprived end of the scale. Decile 10 represents the less deprived end.

3
More deprived Less deprived

Broadband speed

Fixed broadband download speed

The modern neighbourhood pattern for Andrei is most associated with a typical fixed broadband download band of 50-60 mbit/s.

The scale below places that band in context, from slower local download bands through to faster ones.

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Area snapshot

Ethnic group estimate

Most common ethnic group estimate
White - Other

This describes the area pattern most associated with Andrei, not the ethnicity of every person with the surname.

Meaning and origin of Andrei

The surname Andrei is of Romanian origin and dates back to the medieval period. It is believed to have derived from the Greek name Andreas, which means "manly" or "brave." The name gained popularity in the region of Wallachia, which was part of the historical Romanian principalities.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the Andrei surname can be found in the "Codex Sturdzanus," a collection of documents from the 15th century that includes legal records and property transactions in Wallachia. The surname appears in several entries, indicating that it was already well-established among the nobility and landowners of the region.

In the 16th century, the Andrei family gained prominence in the court of Vlad the Impaler, the infamous ruler of Wallachia. One notable figure was Andrei Fărcășanu, a trusted advisor and diplomat who played a crucial role in negotiating alliances and treaties with neighboring regions.

As the centuries passed, the Andrei surname spread across the Romanian principalities and into other parts of Eastern Europe. In the 18th century, Andrei Mureșanu, a prominent scholar and philosopher, made significant contributions to the cultural and intellectual life of Transylvania.

During the 19th century, several members of the Andrei family rose to prominence in various fields. Andrei Șaguna, born in 1808, was a renowned Orthodox bishop and a leader in the Romanian national awakening movement. Andrei Mureșanu, born in 1816, was a celebrated poet and playwright who helped shape the modern Romanian literary tradition.

In the 20th century, the Andrei surname continued to be represented by notable figures. Andrei Sakharov, born in 1921, was a Soviet nuclear physicist and human rights activist who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1975 for his efforts in promoting nuclear disarmament and human rights.

Throughout its history, the surname Andrei has been associated with various place names and alternative spellings. In some regions, it was also known as Andreescu, Andreiescu, or Andronescu, reflecting local variations and linguistic influences.

Sourced from namecensus.com.

FAQ

Andrei surname: questions and answers

How common is the Andrei surname today?

The latest modern count shown here is 394 in 2016. That gives Andrei a modern rank of #12,012.

What does the Andrei surname mean?

A Hungarian and Romanian surname derived from the given name Andreas/Andrei, meaning "man" or "manly".

What does the Andrei map show?

The map shows local surname concentration for the selected year. Darker areas have a stronger concentration of Andrei bearers relative to the surrounding population.

What records is this surname page based on?

The historical counts come from census surname records. The modern counts and neighbourhood summaries come from later surname distribution records. Counts are recorded bearers in those records, not a live estimate of everyone with the name today.