Lisandra Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lisandra is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'liberator' or 'one who is freed'. It evolved from the Ancient Greek name Lysandros and has retained its meaning through language evolution. The name is often associated with traits of strength and independence. It does not have biblical relevance but has seen a rise in popularity in recent decades, particularly in Spanish-speaking cultures.
The name Lisandra is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lisandra has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lisandra' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7175th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2894th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3113th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4030th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8162nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lisandra' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lisandra"
Pronunciation
/lɪˈzændrə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Lisandra is derived from the Greek name Lysandros, which means 'liberator' or 'one who is freed'. It combines 'lysis', meaning 'release' or 'freedom', with 'aner', which means 'man'.
Meaning
liberator, one who is freed
Language Evolution
Lysandros (Ancient Greek), Lisandra (Modern Greek)
Historical Usage
The name Lisandra gained popularity in the late 20th century and has been used in various cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Lysandra, Lysandros, Lisa, Sandra
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Lisandra is viewed as a unique and elegant name, often associated with strength and independence.
Famous People
Lisandra De La Cruz, a notable figure in modern literature., Lisandra, a character in various works of fiction and media.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lisandra"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Lisandra"
"Lisandra" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7175th of 12526 | 47 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2894th of 19264 | 398 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3113th of 27321 | 534 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4030th of 35406 | 553 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8162nd of 30306 | 160 |
Regional Popularity of "Lisandra" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lisandra" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
84.49% 2053rd/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
29.49% 1027th/3483 |
- |
83.90% 3393rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
70.72% 2606th/3685 |
37.52% 1679th/4475 |
70.45% 3659th/5194 |
40.11% 2534th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
88.26% 4044th/4582 |
57.22% 2955th/5164 |
42.34% 3096th/7313 |
44.38% 3312th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
81.41% 5554th/6822 |
94.39% 5924th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lisandra"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lisandra" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.