Sandar or Shandar?
Two spellings, side by side.
Sandar and Shandar are two spellings of the same sound. Sandar is listed with the meaning "A variant of the Persian name Sandar, which is a form of Alexander, meaning defender" and Shandar with "A name of Persian influence common in India meaning proud or magnificent, reflecting a person of great dignity and stature". Sandar is the more searched spelling on this site. Pick the one that matches how the name is written in your language, or is easiest to read where you live.
| Detail | Sandar | Shandar |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning | A variant of the Persian name Sandar, which is a form of Alexander, meaning defender. | A name of Persian influence common in India meaning proud or magnificent, reflecting a person of great dignity and stature. |
| Origin | Persian | Tamil |
| Gender | Girl | Boy |
| Written | — | ஷந்தார் |
| Say it | San-dar | Shan-dar |
| Popularity | Less often searched here | Less often searched here |
Questions about Sandar and Shandar
Is Sandar or Shandar more common?
Sandar is more often searched and saved on this site; Shandar is also used.
Do Sandar and Shandar mean the same?
Sandar: "A variant of the Persian name Sandar, which is a form of Alexander, meaning defender". Shandar: "A name of Persian influence common in India meaning proud or magnificent, reflecting a person of great dignity and stature".
How do you say Sandar?
In parts: San-dar. Shandar is said the same way.
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