Declining since 2001.
Popularity of Alandria since 1971
Babies named Alandria per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 67 |
| 1990s | 160 |
| 2000s | 170 |
| 2010s | 64 |
| 2020s | 15 |
Meaning & origin
Alandria first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1971, reflecting the mid-20th-century trend of creating feminine names with the melodic '-andria' suffix. Its peak year was 1995, after which its frequency declined steadily; usage has been falling since 2001. While never common enough to rank nationally, it saw modest popularity during the 1990s. The name's appeal likely lies in its resemblance to established names like Alexandria and Cassandra, combined with a fresh, modern sound. Alandria remains a rare choice, with fewer than five instances yearly in recent years, making it distinctive without being unfamiliar.
Alandria is a modern feminine coinage, combining the popular prefix 'Al-' (as in Alexandra or Alicia) with the suffix '-andria', possibly influenced by names like Cassandra or Alexandria. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1971 and rose in use during the 1990s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Al, Andi, Allie, Dria
Sibling names for Alandria
Names that share Alandria's style, for a brother or sister.
