Sandi Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationSAN-dee / /ˈsændi/English; diminutive of Sandra
Meaning
Diminutive of Alexandra: defender of mankind
Historical & Cultural Background
Sandi is often used as a diminutive form of Sandra, which itself is derived from Alexandra. The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the mid-20th century. It is commonly associated with a friendly and approachable personality. Sandi has been used in various cultural contexts, often reflecting a casual or informal tone.
Trend Summary
Sandi experienced a peak in popularity in the 1960s and 1970s in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Sandy
- Sandra
International Variants
- Sanda (Romanian)
- Aleksandra (Slavic)
Famous people named Sandi
Sandi Toksvig is a Danish-British comedian, writer, and broadcaster known for her work on television and radio.
Sandi Patty is an American singer known for her powerful soprano voice and Christian music career.
Sandi Morris is an American pole vaulter who has competed in the Olympics and World Championships.
Sandi McCulloch is a Scottish artist recognized for her contributions to contemporary art.
Fictional characters named Sandi
Sandi is a character in the animated series 'Doug,' known for her fashionable style and popularity.
Sandi Cheeks is a character in 'SpongeBob SquarePants,' portrayed as a smart and adventurous squirrel from Texas.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sandi was first seen in the United States in 1934. Sandi has ranked as high as #791 nationally, which occurred in 1959, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Sandi has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Sandi (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 14 |
| 1938 | 21 |
| 1939 | 26 |
| 1940 | 37 |
| 1941 | 47 |
| 1942 | 98 |
| 1943 | 101 |
| 1944 | 104 |
| 1945 | 155 |
| 1946 | 218 |
| 1947 | 256 |
| 1948 | 173 |
| 1949 | 125 |
| 1950 | 88 |
| 1951 | 68 |
| 1952 | 56 |
| 1953 | 65 |
| 1954 | 79 |
| 1955 | 102 |
| 1956 | 155 |
| 1957 | 221 |
| 1958 | 293 |
| 1959 | 368 |
| 1960 | 353 |
| 1961 | 357 |
| 1962 | 330 |
| 1963 | 331 |
| 1964 | 357 |
| 1965 | 261 |
| 1966 | 282 |
| 1967 | 279 |
| 1968 | 279 |
| 1969 | 274 |
| 1970 | 310 |
| 1971 | 286 |
| 1972 | 262 |
| 1973 | 215 |
| 1974 | 204 |
| 1975 | 211 |
| 1976 | 172 |
| 1977 | 174 |
| 1978 | 168 |
| 1979 | 182 |
| 1980 | 159 |
| 1981 | 164 |
| 1982 | 152 |
| 1983 | 113 |
| 1984 | 119 |
| 1985 | 111 |
| 1986 | 94 |
| 1987 | 65 |
| 1988 | 80 |
| 1989 | 82 |
| 1990 | 63 |
| 1991 | 55 |
| 1992 | 59 |
| 1993 | 47 |
| 1994 | 42 |
| 1995 | 49 |
| 1996 | 28 |
| 1997 | 38 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1999 | 23 |
| 2000 | 30 |
| 2001 | 34 |
| 2002 | 32 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 29 |
| 2005 | 21 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2007 | 26 |
| 2008 | 18 |
| 2009 | 25 |
| 2010 | 17 |
| 2011 | 9 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2018 | 9 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 5 |