Andrius

Andrius is a masculine given name of Lithuanian origin. It is the Lithuanian form of Andrew, which derives from the Greek name Andreas, meaning "manly" or "brave." In Lithuania the name has a long-standing presence and remains common across generations. It is also found among Lithuanian communities abroad, reflecting historical migration and diaspora.

Notable people named Andrius include Andrius Kubilius (born 1956), a Lithuanian politician who served as Prime Minister from 1999 to 2000 and again from 2008 to 2012, and Andrius Mamontovas (born 1967), a prominent Lithuanian musician and songwriter, founder of the rock band Foje and a leading figure in post-Soviet Lithuanian popular music.

As a traditional Lithuanian name, Andrius is part of the broader pattern of European forms derived from Andrew. Its cognates appear in many languages, with equivalents such as Andrew (English) and Andreas (German/Greek). The name carries a formal, classic tone in Lithuanian contexts and is frequently used in both contemporary and historical settings.