Sander

Male

Meaning

a power tool used for sanding wood; an endless loop of sandpaper is moved at high speed by an electric motor

Origin

Greek

Pronunciation

/ˈsændər/

Traits associated with the name Sander:

Dogs named Sander tend to be loving, strong-willed, and loyal. This name is also associated with companionship.

What does it say about you to have a dog named Sander?

Naming your dog Sander may suggest that you are a fan of the Dutch language, or that you appreciate the name's meaning of "defender of mankind." It could also suggest that you are a fan of the name itself, or that you appreciate its simplicity.

Is Sander a good dog name?

Sander has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. Sander isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

Popularity: Overall

5,310
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2,425
New York City Dog Name Database
3,046
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

Sander is not a popular dog name. That's great if you like to stand out from the crowd!

Popularity: Historical Trend

Sander was, in the past month, the 6035th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Sander is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Sander was viewed 47 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

The map below shows Sander's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Sander is most adored in Kentucky, Oregon and Washington.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oklahoma, Virginia and Arizona.

Popularity: Around The World

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Sander.

Most popular breeds named Sander:

  1. Shih Tzu
  2. Maltese
  3. Poodle

Sander is found in these categories:

greek dog names
greek

Derived from Alexander, meaning "defender of mankind" in Greek.

Dog names like Sander:

Basket
Diminutive Form Of Samuel Or Samantha
Wood Cutter
Lion
marked by or emitting or filled with smoke
Butler, Steward
Sander dog name meaning

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