How Many People Are Named Sandor?

Complete statistics for the name Sandor: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Sandor
Very Rare
Hungarian

Sandor means 'protector' in Hungarian, making it a name rich in heritage. Only 1 in 425,311 Americans share this rare moniker, with just 776 people bearing it today. Interestingly, the name peaked in popularity back in 1970 with 29 births.

~1,709
Living in US
1 in 193,943
Americans
1970
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Protector
🌐
Origin
Hungarian
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 8
Personality Traits
Strong Reliable Protective
8
Life Path Number

Traditionally, life-path number 8 symbolizes power, authority, and success.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

24,911
Worldwide Bearers
#32,092
Global Rank
🇷🇴 Romania
11,792
🇺🇸 United States
2,763
🇭🇺 Hungary
2,045
🇩🇪 Germany
1,158
🇳🇱 Netherlands
1,006
🇨🇦 Canada
850
🇬🇧 England
515
🇦🇹 Austria
480
🇸🇪 Sweden
405
🇧🇷 Brazil
367

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
776 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 48
231
Would be under 30 (25%)
411
Would be 30–60 (44%)
286
Would be over 60 (31%)

All 928 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 1970

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
86
Classic Feel
54
Modern Appeal
56
International
98

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Sandor Through the Generations

Sandor, a name steeped in history and protective symbolism, has seen a steady presence in the United States since its peak in 1970. With 776 individuals currently carrying the name, it's clear that Sandor remains a cherished choice for many families. The age distribution reveals a balanced demographic, with 25% under 30, 44% aged 30-60, and 31% over 60, indicating a stable trend across generations.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

New York 49
California 28

✨ Similar Names to Sandor

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Sandor's Hungarian roots

📄 About the Name Sandor

How Many People Have the Name Sandor?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,709 people in the United States currently share the name Sandor. That works out to roughly 1 in every 193,943 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Sandor a Common or Rare Name?

Sandor is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Sandor Mean?

Sandor means "protector" and comes from Hungarian origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Sandor in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Sandor Most Popular?

The name Sandor reached peak popularity in 1970, with 29 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Sandor?

Approximately 1,709 people named Sandor live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,709. That works out to roughly 1 in 193,943 Americans.

Is Sandor a rare name?

Sandor is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 193,943 Americans has this name.

What does the name Sandor mean?

Sandor means "protector" and comes from Hungarian origins.

Is Sandor more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Sandor are male and 0% are female.

When was Sandor most popular?

Sandor peaked in 1970 with 29 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US1,709
All-Time Births1,709
1 in X1 in 193,943
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age48
Peak Year1970
World Rank#32,092
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.