Sandy
Sandy is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Defender of men (from Alexander) or sandy ford (from Sanford).
Origin and history
Sandy originated as a diminutive of Alexander or Sanford, derived from the Greek name Alexandros. Though traditionally used for both males and females, its usage for U.S. boys has declined significantly since the mid-20th century. Today, it remains a recognizable, classic short form with a gentle, relaxed feel.
Popularity in the United States
10,458 babies in the United States have been named Sandy since 1880. It ranks #1171 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1865.
States where it is most popular
- NY (17.7 %)
- NC (14.7 %)
- CA (10.9 %)
- TX (7.1 %)
- AL (6.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 191 |
| 1890-1900 | 161 |
| 1900-1910 | 225 |
| 1910-1920 | 512 |
| 1920-1930 | 723 |
| 1930-1940 | 741 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,428 |
| 1950-1960 | 2,169 |
| 1960-1970 | 1,966 |
| 1970-1980 | 932 |
| 1980-1990 | 686 |
| 1990-2000 | 381 |
| 2000-2010 | 171 |
| 2010-2019 | 110 |
| 2020-2029 | 62 |
Famous people named Sandy
- Sandy Koufax: Baseball Player, Athlete
- Sandy Lyle: Golfer, Athlete
Fun facts
- Sandy originally arose as a Scottish diminutive for Alexander before becoming a standalone given name for all genders.
- Over 10,000 U.S. boys have received the name Sandy since official records began in 1880.