Saunders
Pronunciation: [ s-AWND-erz ]
Saunders is a boy baby name. Ranked #20,054 in the US, popular nicknames include Sau, Say, and Sauie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Saunders first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 84 babies have been named Saunders in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Saunders is past its peak , currently ranked #20,054 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,054
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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About the Name Saunders
Saunders is a boy name .
Saunders is currently ranked #20,054 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Saunders include Sau, Say, Sauie, and Saunie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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