Andrew
Andrew
Andrew (pronunciation: /ˈændruː/; etymology: from the Greek name Ανδρέας, Andreas, itself related to Ancient Greek: ἀνήρ/ἀνδρός aner/andros, "man" (as in "adult male human")) is a common given name in English-speaking countries. In the 1990s, it was among the top ten most popular names given to boys in English-speaking countries.
Medical Significance
The name Andrew has been used in the medical field to denote certain conditions and discoveries. For instance, Andrew's Syndrome is a rare genetic disorder characterized by facial abnormalities, growth delay, intellectual disability, and other symptoms. The syndrome was named after the physician who first described it.
Related Terms
- Andrew's Syndrome - A rare genetic disorder named after the physician who first described it.
- Andrew's Sign - A clinical sign in medicine that is indicative of a specific disease or condition.
- Andrew's Disease - A hypothetical disease named for illustrative purposes in medical education.
Etymology
The name Andrew is derived from the Greek name Ανδρέας (Andreas), which is related to the Ancient Greek word ἀνήρ/ἀνδρός (aner/andros), meaning "man" (as in "adult male human"). The name is traditionally believed to have religious significance, as it is the name of one of the apostles in the Christian faith.
Pronunciation
The name Andrew is typically pronounced as /ˈændruː/ in English-speaking countries.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Andrew
- Wikipedia's article - Andrew
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