I looked into this name more and I saw that some sources claim it meant "fighter of men/man fighter" and others "one who men fight for". Since the name is not a proper sentence and more a mish-mash of elements, the meaning could be interpreted in either way. This is the case with multiple names, but I find it stands out on this one, as the possible meanings are quite polar opposites. The meaning changes on how you see it, which I think could be almost poetic? I think Andromache is an interesting and beautiful name and will definitely be using it in writing.
― Anonymous User 3/15/2024
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I don't get all of the confusion about the elements of "man" and "battle" in this female name. It could mean "fighter of man", or "who men fight for". I think it is the former because there was an Amazon warrior also named Andromache. Anyways, this name is strong, powerful, and sweet-sounding, and one of my favorite names of all time.
― Anonymous User 4/23/2023, edited 8/21/2023
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Hol up, if dis means “man” why thiz female? El fook?
Really cool and edgy, perfect for a middle name! I originally thought it was pronounced andro-mahsh, but the actual pronunciation is much better. For that reason I'd probably go with Andromaque, it's a little closer sounding. But, given how much I love Andromeda, I probably wouldn't use this. Still brill though! X.
I can't understand why this name is so underrated. To me, it sounds modern, strong, lyrical, proud; as Andromache was. -If you think Andromache wasn't a modern and proud woman, you are mistaken. In fact, she's the only woman in Ilias who gives military suggestions to her husband Hector to save him. She's not discouraged by the misogyny of her time. Although Hector won't follow her suggestions because he has to be courageous and he's destined to die in a duel against Achilles, she remains an important and strong character.
Given the name's sound (and its meaning, as I later felt), I'd say it suits a boy better. Just swap the ending "-e" for "-os" and it can go perfectly on a son.