Vandra
Scandinavian · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Vandra
Vandra is a Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse elements "vand" (to wander) and the feminine suffix "-ra," meaning "wanderer" or "she who wanders." The name is primarily used in Nordic and Scandinavian cultures, with historical roots in Viking-era naming traditions and occasional modern use in Sweden, Norway, and Danish-speaking regions.
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Etymology
Vandra is a Scandinavian name derived from the Old Norse elements "vand" (to wander) and the feminine suffix "-ra," meaning "wanderer" or "she who wanders." The name is primarily used in Nordic and Scandinavian cultures, with historical roots in Viking-era naming traditions and occasional modern use in Sweden, Norway, and Danish-speaking regions.
Vandra currently ranks #6,341 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1952.
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