Andrew
The English name Andrew is translated into Lithuanian as Andrew.
Andrew is used as a male given name in Lithuanian.
Meaning: male given name (name)
Which one should you use?
Andriejus is the formal version and Andriukas is the informal version.
Did you know?
- The name Andriejus shares a root with the Greek word 'andros', meaning 'man'. This reflects the ancient connection between Baltic naming traditions and Orthodox or Catholic influences.
- While English uses 'Andrew' as a fixed name, Lithuanian grammar requires you to change the ending of Andrius or Andrijus depending on whether he is the subject or the object of a sentence.
- The diminutive Andriukas is not just for children. It is common for close friends or partners to use this version for an adult Andriejus as a sign of affection.
Examples in context
- Sveiki, Andriau!Hello, Andrew!
- Prašome, Andrejau.Please, Andrew.
- Gerbiamas Andriejau.Respected Andrew.
- Kaip gyveni, Andriukai?How are you, Andrew?
Example conversation
Tomas and Eglė are talking about a coworker.
- TomasAr tu pažįsti Andrew?Do you know Andrew?
- EglėTaip, Andrew dirba mūsų biure.Yes, Andrew works in our office.
- TomasJis labai mielas žmogus.He is a very nice person.
- EglėSutinku, Andrew yra labai draugiškas.I agree, Andrew is very friendly.
