What is the origin of the name Shandra?

Shandra is a name of Greek origin.

How do you pronounce Shandra?

Shandra is pronounced SHAN-druh.

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Shandra

SHAN-druh

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Greek

Total Births

3,018

Peak Year

#127 in 1976

First Recorded

1945

Style

Modern & Trendy

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

A variant of Sandra, meaning 'defender of mankind.' It's a modern creation.

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Shan Sha Andi

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Numerology

The Peacemaker

Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.

Nicknames

Shan Sha Andi

Spelling Variations

Sandra Saundra Shandrea

Similar Names

Chandra Rhonda Alana Deandra

Personality Traits

IndependentCreativeStrongKind

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