Andhras were first mentioned in Aitareya Brahmana (). According to Aitareya Brahmana of the Rigveda, the Andhras left North India from the banks of river Yamuna and migrated to South India.
According to ancient texts, the Andhras originated in Aitareya Brahmana (). The Rigveda's account describes their migration from northern India, specifically from the area near the Yamuna River, to southern India.