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Zendra

ZEN-drah

Zendra is a girl’s name of Greek origin, meaning “Likely a modern invented name or a variation of Sandra. Sandra is a short form of Alexandra, a Greek name meaning 'defending men'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1975.

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginGreek

What Zendra Means

Likely a modern invented name or a variation of Sandra. Sandra is a short form of Alexandra, a Greek name meaning 'defending men'.

The Story of Zendra

This name sounds like a shield, a protective embrace woven from ancient Greek strength.

Zendra likely emerges as a modern interpretation or variation of Sandra, which itself is a shortened form of Alexandra. Alexandra traces its roots to Greek, meaning 'defending men,' a powerful legacy of protection and strength that carries through the centuries.

You imagine a daughter with an inner strength, a confident spirit that can navigate any challenge. This name resonates with your desire for your child to be fiercely independent, yet always possess a protective nature for those she cares about.

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Numerology

4

The Builder

Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.

Personality Traits

StrongProtectiveUniqueIndependentConfident

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Peak Year

#12 in 1975

Total Births

20

First Recorded

1975

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