Andreas () is a name derived from the Greek noun ἀνήρ anēr, with genitive ἀνδρός andros, which means "man".See for example Liddell & Scott's Lexicon See the article on Andrew for more information. The Scandinavian name is earliest attested as antreos in a runestone from the 12th century.
The name Andrea may be used as a feminine form, but it is also the main masculine form in Italy and the canton of Ticino in Switzerland.
Given name Andreas is a common name, and this is not a comprehensive list of articles on people named Andreas. See instead .
Surname Alfred T. Andreas (1839–1900), American publisher and historian Casper Andreas (born 1972), American actor and film director Dwayne Andreas (1918–2016), American businessman Harry Andreas (1879–1955), Australian businessman and company director Lisa Andreas (born 1987), English singer
Places Andreas, Isle of Man, a village and parish in the Isle of Man
See also San Andreas (disambiguation)
References
– Dictionary of Greek and Roman Biography and Mythology.