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The name Andreas is of Greek origin and is derived from the Greek word "andrós", which means "manly" or "warrior". In Greek mythology, Andreas was the name of one of the Argonauts, who sailed with Jason in search of the golden fleece.

The name became popular in the early Christian era, as it was the name of the first-called apostle, Saint Andrew. He was one of the twelve disciples of Jesus Christ and is considered the patron saint of Scotland.

The name Andreas has been used throughout Europe, Latin America, and other parts of the world. It is often shortened to "Andrea" for females.

The name Andreas has various spellings in different languages, including Andrew in English, Andrei in Russian, and Andrés in Spanish. It is a popular name for boys in many countries, and its popularity has remained consistent over time.

The name Andreas is particularly popular in Scandinavia, particularly in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark, where it is a common given name for boys. It is also popular in Germany and Austria, and in some Slavic countries such as Serbia and Croatia.

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