Girl

Sandra

Short for Alessandra

Origin

Greek

Used in

itesen

Origin and meaning of Sandra

Sandra is a short form of Alessandra (feminine of Alexander), from the Greek “defender of men”. Independent and widely used since the 20th century, it is short, warm and recognisable across Europe.

Variants around the world

How Sandra sounds in other languages.

AlessandraAlejandraSandrineSandy

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Sandra mean?

The name Sandra means Short for Alessandra.

What is the origin of the name Sandra?

Origin of Sandra: Greek.

What are the international variants of the name Sandra?

International variants of Sandra: Alessandra, Alejandra, Sandrine, and Sandy.