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Andrewina

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Andrewina: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 1980.

A distinctive Scottish feminine form of Andrew, Andrewina derives from the Greek Andreas, meaning "manly" or "warrior." This rare name emerged in the 19th century as a way to honour male relatives while giving girls their own distinctive version—a trend seen across the British Isles. While few famous women have borne the name Andrewina, its root name Andrew is famously tied to Scotland’s patron saint, Saint Andrew, and the town of St Andrews, home to Scotland’s oldest university. The suffix "-ina" creates a softer, romantic feel, and the name saw sporadic use in Scotland throughout the 20th century, particularly