MallowbyNames

Tandra

TAN-druh · Of uncertain origin; possibly a blend of names like Tamara and Sandra, or a variant of Tandra.

Peak popularity
1974
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Tandra since 1947

Babies named Tandra per year in U.S. Social Security records.

1837551960198020002020Most births 1971Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1940s11
1950s76
1960s295
1970s424
1980s331
1990s217
2000s35
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Tandra is a rare modern coinage that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1947. It likely emerged as a blend of familiar names such as Tamara and Sandra, fitting a pattern of feminine names ending in 'andra' or 'dra.' The name saw its highest usage in 1974, but even at its peak it remained uncommon, never ranking among the top 1,000 names. Its trajectory has been stable since then, with very few new babies receiving the name each year. The name has not been notably concentrated in any particular state, indicating scattered, infrequent use across the country. Tandra's obscurity gives it a distinctive quality for parents seeking a name that is both simple and unique.

Tandra first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1947, likely as a modern coinage blending elements from names such as Tamara and Sandra. Its usage peaked in 1974, but it has remained uncommon, with no clear etymological root in any traditional language. The name is primarily used for girls.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Tan, Tanny, Drea

Sibling names for Tandra

Names that share Tandra's style, for a brother or sister.

A parent animal hugging its little one, the personalized name page

T is for Tandra, our favorite little girl.

T is for Tandra…”

In a Mallowby alphabet book, Tandra's letter becomes Tandra's page: hand-illustrated, printed hardcover or paperback, made just for them.

Make Tandra's book

Books for siblings or grandkids? The second book is 15% off.

Questions parents ask

What does the name Tandra mean?
The meaning of Tandra is uncertain. It may be a modern blend of names like Tamara and Sandra, but no definitive etymology has been established.
How popular is Tandra?
Tandra is a very rare name. It ranked unlisted in recent years, with its peak usage in 1974, when it was given to a small number of baby girls.
Is Tandra a boy or girl name?
Tandra is almost exclusively used as a girl's name.