Sandra
Defender of mankind — a girl name of Greek origin
Popularity of Sandra in the United States
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Meaning & Origin of Sandra
Sandra originated as a short form of Alessandra, the Italian form of Alexandra, which derives from the Greek "alexein" (to defend) and "aner" (man), meaning "defender of mankind." The name first gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the 1930s and reached its peak in the 1950s and 1960s, when it was one of the most common girl names in the United States. Sandra Dee, the actress, and Sandra Bullock, the Academy Award-winning actress, are among its most famous bearers. Though less fashionable today, Sandra retains a warm, approachable quality.
Sandra Around the World
Sandra is used in 22 languages worldwide, with 9+ international variants.
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Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
Nicknames for Sandra
Famous People Named Sandra
- Sandra Bullock — American actress and Academy Award winner
- Sandra Day O'Connor — first female US Supreme Court Justice
- Sandra Oh — Canadian-American actress
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Sandra mean?
Sandra is a girl name of Greek origin meaning "Defender of mankind." Sandra originated as a short form of Alessandra, the Italian form of Alexandra, which derives from the Greek "alexein" (to defend) and "aner" (man), meaning "defender of mankind." The name first gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the 1930s and reached its peak in the 1950s and 1960s, when it was one of the most common girl names in the United States.
How do you pronounce Sandra?
Sandra is pronounced SAN-druh. Common variations include Sondra, Saundra, Sandrine.
Is Sandra a girl name?
Yes, Sandra is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Sandy, San, Sandie.
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