"Defender of men; variant of Sandra from Alexandra"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
Vandra
Vandra is a girl name of Greek origin meaning "Defender of men; variant of Sandra from Alexandra." Ranked #64,998 in the US, popular nicknames include Van, Vann, and Vandee.
A distinctive 2-syllable girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
American
Slavic
Vintage
Strong
Distinctive
Classic
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Historical Record
Vandra first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 5 babies have been named Vandra in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Vandra is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #64,998 for girl names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
#64,998
Current Rank
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Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #64,998
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- American Slavic
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Van
Vann
Vandee
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, American heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Frequently Asked Questions About Vandra
What does the name Vandra mean?
"Defender of men; variant of Sandra from Alexandra" (from Greek)
What is the origin of the name Vandra?
Vandra has Greek, American, and Slavic origins. In Greek, it means "Defender of men; variant of Sandra from Alexandra".
Is Vandra a boy or girl name?
Vandra is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Vandra?
Vandra is currently ranked #64998 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Vandra?
Common nicknames for Vandra include Van, Vann, and Vandee.
What are good middle names for Vandra?
Popular middle name pairings include Vandra Marie, Vandra Lee, Vandra Jo, and Vandra Sue.
What are good sibling names for Vandra?
Names that pair well with Vandra as siblings include Sandra, Rhonda, Wanda, and Brenda.
How many syllables does Vandra have?
Vandra has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Vandra a common or rare name?
Vandra is an uncommon name, ranked #64998 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Vandra?
About the Name Vandra
Vandra is a girl name with American and Slavic origins . The name means "Defender of men; variant of Sandra from Alexandra" in Greek .
Vandra is currently ranked #64,998 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Vandra has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Vandra include Van, Vann, and Vandee. 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)
- Behind the Name (etymology and meaning research)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis