Dries
DREES
Dries is a boy’s name of Greek origin, meaning “A short form of Andries, the Dutch form of Andrew, meaning 'manly' or 'masculine'.”, and peaked in popularity in 2019.
What Dries Means
“A short form of Andries, the Dutch form of Andrew, meaning 'manly' or 'masculine'.”
The Story of Dries
This short, strong name carries the dependable essence of Dutch tradition, a name built on integrity.
Dries is the Dutch short form of Andries, which is the Dutch equivalent of Andrew. Andrew originates from the Greek word 'andreios,' meaning 'manly' or 'masculine.'
For your son, Dries evokes a sense of reliability and honesty. You imagine him as a loyal and steadfast presence, someone who approaches life with integrity and a strong moral compass.
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Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
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Peak Year
#6 in 2019
Total Births
6
First Recorded
2019
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