Andrea Charles: Hello, my name is Andrea Charles. I was given the name Andrea by my mum. Andrea was not her first choice for a name, however. Her first choice was Sarah. But after I was born, she decided that Andrea suited me more. And I agree. Some people pronounce my name Andrea, and I don't really mind that. My middle name is Lina, and it was my father's mother's name. I also had a nickname. Growing up my siblings called me Ace, but thankfully that name did not stick.