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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Ruler of men (Greek mythological name)
- Origin
- Greek
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- an-DROM-uh-duh
Andromeda is a Greek name drawn from mythology, and it means "ruler of men." If you like names with Greek roots, this one has a big, dramatic sound. It also sits well outside the most-used names in the U.S., at #2300 in 2024.
Meaning & Origin of Andromeda
Meaning: Ruler of men (Greek mythological name).
Origin: Greek.
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Andromeda
an-DROM-uh-duhIPA /ænˈdrɒmɪdə/
Popularity of Andromeda
In U.S. Social Security name data from 1962 to 2024, Andromeda reached its highest rank, #2048, in 2022, when 94 babies were given the name. By 2024 it stood at #2300, with 80 babies.
Names Like Andromeda
These names have followed a similar path to Andromeda in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Andromeda mean?
Ruler of men (Greek mythological name). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Andromeda?
Andromeda is pronounced an-DROM-uh-duh (IPA: /ænˈdrɒmɪdə/).
Is Andromeda a popular name right now?
Andromeda is near its all-time peak (#2048 in 2022), ranked #2300 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1962–2024.)
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