Andrew is a male given name of Greek origin, meaning "manly" or "strong". It was borne by Saint Andrew, one of Jesus Christ's twelve apostles, and has been popular throughout history, notably among three Popes. In the English-speaking world, it has been commonly used since the Middle Ages, particularly in Scotland where it is the patron saint's name. The name has several variations like Andy, Drew, Sandy, and others. It also shares popularity with forms such as Andreas, Andrei, and Andrés.