Saundra Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Saundra originates from the Greek name Alexandros, meaning 'defender of men.' It evolved from Alexandra and has seen historical use as a modern variant. The name is often associated with traits of strength and independence and has gained popularity in the mid-20th century. It does not have a biblical background.

The name Saundra is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the MidWest 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, Saundra 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, 'Saundra' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5874th out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7232nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 395th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 436th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 800th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2059th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8006th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 19180th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Saundra' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Saundra"

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Pronunciation

/ˈsɔːndrə/

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Origin

Greek

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Etymology

Saundra is a diminutive form of the name Alexandra, which derives from the Greek name Alexandros, meaning 'defender of men.'

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Meaning

defender of men

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Language Evolution

Alexandra, Alexandros, Saundra

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Historical Usage

Saundra gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century as a modern variation of Sandra, which itself is a short form of Alexandra.

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Variants & Derivatives

Sandra, Alexandra, Sandy

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Modern Popularity & Image

Saundra is perceived as a unique and feminine name, often associated with strength and independence.

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Famous People

Saundra Adams, an American civil rights activist, Saundra Brown Armstrong, an American judge

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Saundra"

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 "Saundra"

"Saundra" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 5874th of 6773 11
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 7232nd of 9107 15
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 395th of 9204 5,384
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 436th of 12526 8,432
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 800th of 19264 2,817
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 2059th of 27321 955
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 8006th of 35406 219
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 19180th of 30306 29

Regional Popularity of "Saundra" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Saundra" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
18.63%
288th/1546
22.94%
357th/1556
18.23%
429th/2353
22.04%
341st/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
18.01%
401st/2227
20.62%
501st/2430
13.35%
381st/2853
19.32%
536th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
25.37%
745th/2937
27.05%
942nd/3483
20.30%
714th/3518
24.04%
972nd/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
52.37%
1930th/3685
60.20%
2694th/4475
49.29%
2560th/5194
34.37%
2171st/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
100.00%
4582nd/4582
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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State-by-State Popularity of "Saundra"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Saundra" 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.