Marie-Andrée

Marie-Andrée is a French double-barreled name, a common naming convention in French-speaking cultures. It combines 'Marie' and 'Andrée'. Marie is a name of Hebrew origin, ultimately derived from 'Miryam', with several possible meanings including 'bitter', 'rebellious', or 'beloved'. It is famously associated with Mary, the mother of Jesus. Andrée is the feminine form of André, which is the French form of Andrew, a name of Greek origin meaning 'manly' or 'brave'. The combination creates a name that carries both the traditional religious connotations of Marie and the strength and character implied by Andrée.

Double names like Marie-Andrée became particularly popular in France and other French-speaking regions from the 17th century onwards, often used to honor multiple family members or saints. The hyphenated form helps to distinguish it as a single given name rather than two separate names. While Marie remains one of the most popular components for such combinations, Andrée adds a distinct and less common element, giving Marie-Andrée a classic yet somewhat unique feel.