Zander: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Defender of people, a name of protective strength and service.
- Origin
- Xhosa
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #280
- Peak
- #230 in 2013
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Zander Means
Zander is a boy name of Xhosa origin. Defender of people, a name of protective strength and service.
How Popular Zander Is
Zander currently ranks #280 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #230 in 2013. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Zander
- Zander peaked at #230 in the U.S. in 2013.
- It's recognized and loved across many cultures worldwide.
Names Like Zander
Other Xhosa names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Zander
Xhosa names that pair well as a brother or sister to Zander.
Questions About Zander
What does Zander mean?
Zander is a boy name of Xhosa origin. Defender of people, a name of protective strength and service.
How popular is Zander?
Zander currently ranks #280 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #230 in 2013. It has held steady.
Where does Zander come from?
Zander comes from Xhosa roots. Zander peaked at #230 in the U.S. in 2013.
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