Sanda
Meaning of Sanda
Sanda is a charming and unique name with Croatian origins. It is the feminine form of the name Sandro, which is a variation of Alexander, meaning "defender of mankind." In Croatian, it is pronounced as SAHN-dah (/ˈsɑn.dɑ/), while in English, it is pronounced as SAN-duh (/ˈsæn.də/). This name has a soft and melodic sound that adds a touch of elegance to its bearer. While not as common as its variation Sandra, Sanda has a special appeal for parents seeking a less conventional yet beautiful name for their daughter. In Texas, there were six occurrences of the name Sanda in 1965 and six occurrences in 1953, showing its rarity but also its enduring presence over the years.
Pronunciation
Croatian
- Pronunced as SAHN-dah (/ˈsɑn.dɑ/)
English
- Pronunced as SAN-duh (/ˈsæn.də/)
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Notable People Named Sanda
| Sanda Mamić, a retired female tennis player from Croatia, is now a full-time gaming streamer on Twitch. |
| Sanda Ojiambo is a Kenyan administrator who currently serves as the assistant secretary-general of the United Nations Global Compact, and previously served as its executive director. |
| Sanda Ladoși is a renowned Romanian singer. |
| Sanda Ham is a Croatian linguist and publicist, known for her role as the editor of the Croatian linguistic magazine Jezik. |
| Sanda Rašković Ivić is a Serbian former politician, psychiatrist, psychotherapist, and current member of the National Assembly of Serbia. |
| Sanda Toma is a Romanian sprint canoer who won a bronze medal in the K-4 500 m event at the Sydney Olympics in 2000. |
