Sandra
Female name · ↓ Falling
349,943
Total Births
1947
Peak Year
—
Rank 2023
1913
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Sandra
Sandra is a short form of Alexandra, meaning 'defender of the people.' It peaked in the 1940s-1950s in the US. Notable Sandras include Sandra Bullock, Sandra Day O'Connor, and Sandra Oh.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1910s | 159 births |
| 1920s | 680 births |
| 1930s | 19,224 births |
| 1940s | 107,456 births |
| 1950s | 101,507 births |
| 1960s | 72,302 births |
| 1970s | 25,378 births |
| 1980s | 11,610 births |
| 1990s | 6,817 births |
| 2000s | 3,725 births |
| 2010s | 1,006 births |
| 2020s | 79 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Sandra?
Sandra has been given to 349,943 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1947 with 14,279 births that year.
Is Sandra a boy or girl name?
Sandra is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Sandra most popular?
Sandra was most popular in 1947, when 14,279 babies were given this name. The name has been declining in popularity.
How old is the name Sandra?
Sandra first appeared in US records in 1913.