Sanders
Meaning of Sanders
Sanders (SAN-durz) strides onto the scene like a beloved uncle at a Diwali celebration—warm, dependable and just a touch mischievous. Born from the old English patronymic for “son of Sander,” itself a twist on Alexander, the legendary Greek “defender of men,” this name carries the quiet strength of a monsoon storm tempered by the playful spirit of a Mumbai street festival. Though it hovers around the 911th spot in U.S. baby-name rankings with 13 little Sanderses in 2024, its sturdy consonants and soft vowels feel surprisingly fresh, like biting into a sweet mango under a summer sky. Parents who crave a name that reads like a mini-epic—equal parts historical hero and everyday adventurer—will find in Sanders a narrative waiting to unfold, complete with unexpected dance breaks, heartfelt dialogues and a happily-ever-after that starts at the school gate.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as SAN-durz (/ˈsæn.dərz/)
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Notable People Named Sanders
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