Sander - Meaning, Origin, Popularity & Variations
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Sander

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SAN-der'SAN-der'2 syllables
🇳🇱Dutch
Strong

MEANING

Defender of the people

ORIGIN

Dutch

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the name Alexander, which is of Greek origin, composed of 'alexein' (to defend) and 'aner' (man).

CULTURAL NOTES

Commonly used in the Netherlands and Scandinavian countries.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

Used historically as a short form of Alexander, often associated with nobility and leadership.

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