Zandra Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Zandra is a name of Greek origin, derived from Alexandra, meaning 'defender of the people.' It has evolved from Alexandros in Ancient Greek to its present form. The name is perceived as modern and unique, with no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century and is associated with notable individuals in fashion and music.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zandra"
Pronunciation
/ˈzændrə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Zandra is a diminutive form of the name Alexandra, which is derived from the Greek name Alexandros, meaning 'defender of the people.'
Meaning
defender of the people
Language Evolution
Alexandros (Ancient Greek), Alexandra (Greek), Zandra (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Zandra gained popularity in the mid-20th century as a modern feminine name derived from Alexandra.
Variants & Derivatives
Zandra, Sandra, Alexandra, Xandra
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Zandra is viewed as a unique and modern name, often associated with strength and individuality.
Famous People
Zandra Rhodes (British fashion designer), Zandra Lee (American singer)
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Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 131 peak births in 1970
Geographic Spread
Popular across 19 US states, with strongest presence in Georgia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zandra"
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 "Zandra"
"Zandra" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2877th of 9204 | 178 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1401st of 12526 | 1,045 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1373rd of 19264 | 1,251 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2777th of 27321 | 635 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5580th of 35406 | 357 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 12407th of 30306 | 81 |
Regional Popularity of "Zandra" 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 "Zandra" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - |
92.70% 1434th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
54.96% 1224th/2227 |
70.37% 1710th/2430 |
49.32% 1407th/2853 |
50.88% 1412th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
48.14% 1414th/2937 |
57.68% 2009th/3483 |
29.05% 1022nd/3518 |
42.21% 1707th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
45.05% 2340th/5194 |
59.54% 3761st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
85.27% 3907th/4582 |
- | - |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Zandra"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zandra" 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 "Zandra" in the United States
The name Zandra is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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, Zandra 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, 'Zandra' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2877th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1401st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1373rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2777th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5580th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12407th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Zandra' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.