Sandy
SAN-dee
Popularity
#3316
Letters
5
Syllables
2
Origin
Greek
Total Births
79,462
Peak Year
#3,821 in 1960
First Recorded
1880
Style
Cute & Playful, Classic & Timeless
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Sandy is a diminutive of Alexander/Alexandra, meaning "defending warrior of mankind", from Greek origins. It can also be associated with the color sandy blonde.
Gender Split
Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Sandy Koufax
American baseball pitcher.
Sandy Duncan
American actress, comedian and singer.
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