Sander Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationSAN-der / /ˈsændər/Dutch; Greek
Meaning
Dutch: defender of men; Greek: manly
Historical & Cultural Background
Sander is often considered a diminutive of Alexander, which has roots in both Greek and Dutch cultures. The name has been popular in the Netherlands and among Dutch-speaking communities. It has also gained some recognition in other countries due to its association with the more widely known Alexander. The name embodies qualities of strength and protection.
Trend Summary
Sander has seen a steady but modest popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Sanders
- Sandro
International Variants
- Aleksandr (Russian)
- Alejandro (Spanish)
- Alessandro (Italian)
Famous people named Sander
Sander van Doorn is a Dutch DJ and music producer known for his contributions to electronic dance music.
Sander Kleinenberg is a Dutch DJ and producer recognized for his work in the house music genre.
Sander Cohen is a notable American author known for his works on historical fiction.
Sander L. Gilman is an American literary and cultural historian recognized for his studies on the representation of race and gender.
Fictional characters named Sander
Sander is a character in the video game series 'The Witcher', known for his role in the storyline.
Sander is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sander was first seen in the United States in 1912. Sander has ranked as high as #1310 nationally, which occurred in 2020, and has been most popular in California, New York, Florida, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Sander has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sander (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1915 | 10 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 11 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1924 | 6 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1927 | 14 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 13 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 8 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1933 | 8 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1935 | 13 |
| 1937 | 17 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1941 | 11 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1945 | 13 |
| 1946 | 6 |
| 1947 | 10 |
| 1948 | 14 |
| 1949 | 15 |
| 1950 | 10 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 12 |
| 1953 | 16 |
| 1954 | 13 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 9 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1961 | 15 |
| 1962 | 10 |
| 1963 | 19 |
| 1964 | 15 |
| 1965 | 13 |
| 1966 | 12 |
| 1967 | 9 |
| 1968 | 18 |
| 1969 | 13 |
| 1970 | 16 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1982 | 10 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 16 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 8 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 13 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 12 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 24 |
| 2002 | 29 |
| 2003 | 29 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2005 | 30 |
| 2006 | 25 |
| 2007 | 39 |
| 2008 | 33 |
| 2009 | 24 |
| 2010 | 26 |
| 2011 | 32 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 26 |
| 2015 | 22 |
| 2016 | 30 |
| 2017 | 27 |
| 2018 | 35 |
| 2019 | 28 |
| 2020 | 46 |
| 2021 | 32 |
| 2022 | 41 |
| 2023 | 44 |
| 2024 | 26 |