Name:
Sander
Gender:
Boy
Origin:
Greek
Meaning:
Sander is a Scandinavian and Dutch diminutive of Alexander. The name Alexander is a general European name, derived from the Old Greek name 'Alexandros', itself derived from the words 'alexein', which means 'to ward off or to defend', and 'andros or aner', which means 'man'. It means defender, helper, guardian of people. In other words, it is a name which signifies strength or protection. It was the name given to one of the greatest kings on Earth, Alexander The Great.
Pronunciation:
SAHN-dər
The Five Elements:
Water
Famous Sander:
Sander Foppele : actor
Sander Vanocur : journalist