Andrus
Derived from the Yoruba word for the river deity of love, beauty, and fertility, this name refers to the protector of fresh water. It suggests a personality that is radiant and nurturing, embodying the fluid strength of a river and a magnetic, creative spirit that draws people together.
Key Stats
| Total births | 138 |
| Gender | Male (15% / 85%) |
| Peak year | 1928 |
| Peak generation | Silent Gen |
| First recorded | 1928 |
| Most recent | 1990 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | African, African-American |
| Comeback name | No |
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