Name Sander Origin, meaning, pronunciation & popularity of the name Sander

Sander is a ♂ boy’s name.

What is the origin of the name Sander?

Sander is a German, Dutch, Norwegian and Danish short variant of the name Alexander.

What does the name Sander mean?

Sander means “defending men”, “defender of men”, “defender of the people” or “protector of men” (from ancient Greek “aléxein/ἀλέξειν” = to defend/protect + “anēr/ἀνήρ” = man).

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