Declining since 1987.
Popularity of Zandra since 1931
Babies named Zandra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 74 |
| 1940s | 274 |
| 1950s | 631 |
| 1960s | 566 |
| 1970s | 886 |
| 1980s | 442 |
| 1990s | 318 |
| 2000s | 229 |
| 2010s | 115 |
| 2020s | 12 |
Meaning & origin
Zandra is a rare and distinctive name in the United States, first recorded in 1931. It reached its peak popularity in 1971 but has never entered the top 1,000 names. Since 1987, its usage has steadily declined. The name is often seen as a modern feminine variant of Alexander, sharing the 'defender of men' meaning. Its sound is similar to Sandra and Cassandra, with the distinctive 'Z' beginning setting it apart. Zandra has not been recorded among the top states, indicating its scattered, low-frequency use nationwide.
Zandra is generally considered a modern coinage, likely a feminine elaboration of the name Alexander, with the -andra suffix reminiscent of Alexandra or Sandra. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1931 and saw its peak popularity in 1971, though its usage has been declining since 1987. It has never ranked among the top 1,000 names in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Zan, Zanny, Andra
Sibling names for Zandra
Names that share Zandra's style, for a brother or sister.
