Sander Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Sander is a Dutch name that originated as a diminutive of Alexander, which comes from the Greek Alexandros, meaning 'defender of the people'. The name has evolved through historical forms such as Alexandros and Alexander. It has gained popularity primarily in the 20th century and is viewed positively in modern contexts. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name, and it is linked to notable figures in music and business.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sander"
Pronunciation
/ˈsændər/
Origin
Dutch
Etymology
Sander is a diminutive of the name Alexander, which is derived from the Greek name Alexandros, meaning 'defender of the people'.
Meaning
defender of the people
Language Evolution
Alexandros (Greek), Alexander (Latin), Sander (Dutch)
Historical Usage
Sander gained popularity in the Netherlands and Belgium during the 20th century as a standalone name, stemming from the popularity of Alexander.
Variants & Derivatives
Alexander, Alex, Sandro, Xander
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Sander is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Sander van Doorn (Dutch DJ), Sander Kleinenberg (Dutch DJ and producer), Sander Bos (Dutch entrepreneur)
📊 Sander Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Sander Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 46 peak births in 2020
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 9 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sander"
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 "Sander"
"Sander" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3133rd of 7545 | 112 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2470th of 6773 | 174 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2498th of 7552 | 203 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3523rd of 10718 | 137 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4966th of 16616 | 146 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3727th of 24088 | 399 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3552nd of 23106 | 376 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 7520th of 12526 | 41 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 10755th of 19264 | 38 |
Regional Popularity of "Sander" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
71.21% 1108th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
60.91% 1480th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
66.98% 3459th/5164 |
57.95% 4238th/7313 |
41.81% 3120th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
71.52% 3209th/4487 |
56.49% 3854th/6822 |
47.63% 2989th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Sander" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Sander"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sander" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Sander" in the United States
The name Sander is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Sander has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Sander' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3133rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2470th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2498th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3523rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4966th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3727th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3552nd out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7520th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10755th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Sander' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.