Declining since 1987.
Popularity of Saundra since 1925
Babies named Saundra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 31 |
| 1930s | 1,419 |
| 1940s | 6,865 |
| 1950s | 3,813 |
| 1960s | 3,082 |
| 1970s | 1,365 |
| 1980s | 748 |
| 1990s | 359 |
| 2000s | 124 |
| 2010s | 45 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Saundra first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1925, but its peak year was 1942, when it was at its highest usage. Since 1987, the name has been on a steady decline, reflecting changing preferences away from mid-century diminutives. The name never broke into the national Top 1000 ranks in recent decades, and the one-in-N metric is not calculable for the latest year (2025) due to very few births. Saundra is a variant of Sandra, and like many similar names, it was most common during the 1940s boom. While it did not concentrate in any particular states per the data, its style aligns with other mid-century names. Saundra's trajectory shows a clear falling pattern, with no signs of revival.
Saundra is a feminine variant of Alexander, derived from the Greek Alexandros, meaning 'defender of men.' The form Sandra emerged as a diminutive in English and Scottish usage, with Saundra reflecting an alternative spelling or pronunciation. It gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly in the United States during the 1940s when it reached its peak.
Where Saundra is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Sandy, Saun, Dee
Sibling names for Saundra
Names that share Saundra's style, for a brother or sister.
