Sandra Banks

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Sandra Banks — defender of men
975K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Sandra Banks is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Sandra is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Short form of Alessandra/Alexandra, from the Greek Alexandros meaning "defender of men." The surname Banks: Adrian Banks (born 1986), American basketball player Alan Banks (rugby league) (born c. 1965), rugby league footballer of the 1980s and 1990s Antonio Banks (American football) (born 1973), defensive back Brad Banks (born 1980), American football player Caleb Banks (born 2001), American football player Carl Banks (born 1962), American football player Charlie Banks (rugby league) (1923–2016), Scottish-born Australian rugby league player Carrie Banks, American basketball player and coach Chip Banks (born 1959), American football player Denis Banks (born 1959), Australian rules footballer Deonte B. Sandra is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 975K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Sandra reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Sandra

Meaning: defender of men

Greek

Short form of Alessandra/Alexandra, from the Greek Alexandros meaning "defender of men."

Surname: Banks

Scottish

Adrian Banks (born 1986), American basketball player Alan Banks (rugby league) (born c. 1965), rugby league footballer of the 1980s and 1990s Antonio Banks (American football) (born 1973), defensive back Brad Banks (born 1980), American football player Caleb Banks (born 2001), American football player Carl Banks (born 1962), American football player Charlie Banks (rugby league) (1923–2016), Scottish-born Australian rugby league player Carrie Banks, American basketball player and coach Chip Banks (born 1959), American football player Denis Banks (born 1959), Australian rules footballer Deonte B.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Sandra is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 22%
Australia 9%
Greece 8%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Sandra by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Sandra Banks

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Sandra Banks:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Sandra?
The first name Sandra originates from Greek. Short form of Alessandra/Alexandra, from the Greek Alexandros meaning "defender of men."
When was Sandra most popular?
The name Sandra reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Banks?
The surname Banks originates from Scottish. Adrian Banks (born 1986), American basketball player Alan Banks (rugby league) (born c. 1965), rugby league footballer of the 1980s and 1990s Antonio Banks (American football) (born 1973), defensive back Brad Banks (born 1980), American football player Caleb Banks (born 2001), American football player Carl Banks (born 1962), American football player Charlie Banks (rugby league) (1923–2016), Scottish-born Australian rugby league player Carrie Banks, American basketball player and coach Chip Banks (born 1959), American football player Denis Banks (born 1959), Australian rules footballer Deonte B.
What are the origins of the name Sandra Banks?
The name Sandra Banks combines two different traditions: the first name Sandra has Greek roots, while the surname Banks originates from Scottish.
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