The nameSándor
Sándor is the Hungarian form of Alexander.
- Boy's name
- Hungarian
- Feast day
Meaning
Sándor comes from Alexander, "defender of men".
Origin
Hungarian, from Greek.
History
In the United States Sandor reached 1608th place in 1970.
Famous people named Sándor
- Sándor Petőfi, poet
- Sándor Márai, novelist
Popularity of the name Sándor
Sándor in the United States
Sándor was most popular in the United States in the 1960s, with 169 births over the decade, 18% of all recorded babies named Sándor. Its rise began around 1924, and it peaked in 1970. Half of all babies named Sándor in the United States were born before 1975, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sándor mean?
Sándor comes from Alexander, "defender of men".
What is the origin of the name Sándor?
Hungarian, from Greek.
Is Sándor a girl's or a boy's name?
Sándor is a boy's name.
How popular is the name Sándor?
In 2024, Sándor was the 9124th most popular name for baby boys in the United States, with 8 births.
What are the variants of the name Sándor?
Variants and related names of Sándor include Aleksandar, Alexander, Alexandre and Alexandru.
Who are famous people named Sándor?
Sándor Petőfi, poet; Sándor Márai, novelist.