Sandra

Female

Meaning

Defender of mankind

Origin

British

Pronunciation

/ˈsændrə/

Traits associated with the name Sandra:

Dogs named Sandra tend to be loving, brave, resilient, and strong-willed. This feminine name is also associated with companionship, intelligence, and empathy.

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

It suggests that you have a fondness for classic, timeless names. It also suggests that you have a strong connection to the name Sandra, either because of a personal connection or because you simply like the sound of it.

Is Sandra a good dog name?

Sandra has two syllables, which is highly recommended by dog trainers. The name also ends in a vowel sound, so it's easy for dogs to recognize. Sandra 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

2,907
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1,388
New York City Dog Name Database
1,712
Los Angeles Times 'Top Dogs'

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

Popularity: Historical Trend

Sandra was, in the past month, the 3514th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of November 2024, Sandra 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, Sandra was viewed 62 times, and liked 0 times.

Popularity: United States

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

Sandra is most adored in Wisconsin, Pennsylvania and Texas.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in North Carolina, New York and California.

Popularity: Around The World

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

Most popular breeds named Sandra:

  1. German Shepherd
  2. Rottweiler
  3. Chow Chow
  4. Dalmatian
  5. Lhasa Apso

Sandra is found in these categories:

italian dog names
italian

Derived from Alessandra, a common female name in Italy.

military dog names
military

Derived from Alexander, it signifies "defender of mankind", often associated with soldierly traits.

independent dog names
independent

The name's human-like quality and lack of traditional canine connotations suggest independence and individuality.

british dog names
british

Popular among British baby boomers, often short for Alexandra.

Dog names like Sandra:

Princess
Wisdom
Star
God's Helmet
Bright Meadow
Forest
Sandra dog name meaning

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