Declining since 2005.
Popularity of Xandra since 1948
Babies named Xandra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 22 |
| 1970s | 18 |
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 85 |
| 2000s | 216 |
| 2010s | 137 |
| 2020s | 25 |
Meaning & origin
Xandra is a contemporary name with Greek roots, functioning as a zippy alternative to Alexandra or Sandra. First recorded in the U.S. in 1948, it has never cracked the top 1000, but it achieved its peak year in 2004. Since 2005, its usage trajectory has been falling, making it a rare but recognizable choice. While no specific top states are noted for Xandra, its stylistic cousins like Alexa and Cassandra have wider familiarity. For parents seeking a name that feels spunky yet grounded in history, Xandra offers a balance of traditional meaning (defender of men) and modern brevity.
Xandra is a feminine given name, primarily a diminutive or short form of Alexandra, which itself is the feminine form of Alexander. Alexander derives from the Greek name Alexandros, meaning 'defender of men' from alexo (to defend) and aner (man). Xandra emerged as an independent name in the 20th century, especially in Dutch and English-speaking countries, gaining modest popularity in the 1970s and 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Xan, Zan
Sibling names for Xandra
Names that share Xandra's style, for a brother or sister.
