Alandra Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Alandra originates from Greek and means 'defender of mankind'. It evolved from the historical forms Alexandra and Aleandra. The name is characterized by traits of strength and femininity. It has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in the late 20th century. Variants include Alexandra and Andra.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alandra"
Pronunciation
/əˈlændrə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Alandra is derived from the Greek name 'Aleandra', which means 'defender of mankind'. It combines the elements 'alexein' (to defend) and 'aner' (man).
Meaning
defender of mankind
Language Evolution
Alexandra, Aleandra, Alandra
Historical Usage
Alandra gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a modern variation of the traditional name Alexandra.
Variants & Derivatives
Alexandra, Aleandra, Ally, Andra
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Alandra is viewed as a unique and modern name, often associated with strength and femininity.
Famous People
Alandra Johnson, an emerging artist, Alandra Smith, a professional athlete
📊 Alandra Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Alandra Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 50 peak births in 1995
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alandra"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Alandra"
"Alandra" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 11514th of 12526 | 8 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8706th of 19264 | 63 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4942nd of 27321 | 281 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4356th of 35406 | 501 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11564th of 30306 | 93 |
Regional Popularity of "Alandra" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Alandra" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
83.13% 4318th/5194 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
60.69% 4438th/7313 |
73.66% 5497th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
94.50% 6447th/6822 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Alandra"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alandra" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Alandra" in the United States
The name Alandra is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Alandra has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Alandra' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11514th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8706th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4942nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4356th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11564th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Alandra' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.