Xandria Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Xandria originates from the Greek name Alexandros, meaning 'defender of men'. It evolved through various historical forms, transitioning from Ancient Greek to Latin and then to its modern English form. The name is associated with traits of strength and protection, and it has no direct biblical relevance. Xandria gained popularity in recent decades as a unique alternative to traditional names, and it is often seen as a symbol of modern femininity.
The name Xandria is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South 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, Xandria has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Xandria' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 18004th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6718th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4630th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7448th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Xandria' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Xandria"
Pronunciation
/ˈzændriə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Xandria is derived from the Greek name 'Alexandros', which means 'defender of men'. It is often considered a modern variation of the name Cassandra or a feminine form of Alexander.
Meaning
defender of men
Language Evolution
Alexandros (Ancient Greek), Alexandra (Latin), Xandria (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Xandria gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern and unique variation of traditional names such as Alexandra.
Variants & Derivatives
Alexandra, Xandra, Zandra
Modern Popularity & Image
Xandria is perceived as a contemporary and exotic name, often associated with strength and femininity. It is favored by parents looking for unique alternatives to more common names.
Famous People
Xandria, a German symphonic metal band, Xandria, a character in various fictional works
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Xandria"
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 "Xandria"
"Xandria" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 12526th of 12526 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 18004th of 19264 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6718th of 27321 | 181 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4630th of 35406 | 462 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7448th of 30306 | 183 |
Regional Popularity of "Xandria" 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 "Xandria" 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) |
- | - |
94.19% 4892nd/5194 |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
58.73% 4295th/7313 |
80.54% 6011th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
76.47% 5217th/6822 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Xandria"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Xandria" 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.