Sandor Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Sandor has Hungarian origins and is derived from the Greek name Alexandros, meaning 'defender of men'. It evolved through various forms, including Alexander and Sándor. The name has gained popularity particularly in Hungary since the 19th century and is associated with strong and creative traits. There is no direct biblical relevance linked to this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Sandor"
Pronunciation
/ˈsændɔːr/
Origin
Hungarian
Etymology
The name Sandor is derived from the Greek name Alexandros, meaning 'defender of men'. It is a variant of the name Alexander.
Meaning
Defender of men
Language Evolution
Alexandros (Greek), Alexander (Latin), Sándor (Hungarian)
Historical Usage
The name Sandor became popular in Hungary and among Hungarian communities, especially in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Sándor, Alex, Aleksander, Sanders
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary contexts, Sandor is viewed as a strong and unique name, often associated with creativity and resilience.
Famous People
Sándor Petőfi, a Hungarian poet and revolutionary, Sándor Márai, a Hungarian writer, Sándor Ferenczi, a Hungarian psychoanalyst
📊 Sandor Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
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✨ Sandor Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 29 peak births in 1970
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Sandor"
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 "Sandor"
"Sandor" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7050th of 7545 | 7 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3834th of 6773 | 65 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2513th of 7552 | 201 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2368th of 10718 | 263 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4646th of 16616 | 161 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7746th of 24088 | 136 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8789th of 23106 | 95 |
Regional Popularity of "Sandor" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
78.86% 1227th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
59.55% 1447th/2430 |
- |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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45.62% 1589th/3483 |
- |
45.15% 1826th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
73.95% 3318th/4487 |
- | - |
Regional Popularity of "Sandor" 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 "Sandor"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Sandor" 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 "Sandor" in the United States
The name Sandor is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Sandor has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Sandor' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7050th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3834th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2513th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2368th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4646th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7746th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8789th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Sandor' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.