Zandra
English · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Zandra
Zandra is a feminine given name meaning "defender of mankind," derived from the Greek name Alexandra, which itself comes from *alexein* (to defend) and *aner* (man).
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Etymology
Zandra is a feminine given name meaning "defender of mankind," derived from the Greek name Alexandra, which itself comes from *alexein* (to defend) and *aner* (man). It is primarily used in English-speaking and Scandinavian cultures, often as a modern variant or diminutive of Alexandra, with no specific religious or notable historical context beyond its classical Greek roots.
Zandra currently ranks #8,941 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1970.
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