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Sander
Sander is a boy's name. "Defender of the people", from Greek. A modern favourite in Estonia.
Meaning
"Defender of the people", from Greek. A modern favourite in Estonia.
Origin
Short form of Aleksander (Alexander), from Greek.
Name day
The traditional Estonian name day for Sander is September 11. In Estonia and Finland that is a day to send a quick word of congratulation. Name-day calendars differ between countries and are updated from time to time, so the same name can fall on another date across the border.
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Source: Traditional Estonian name-day calendar; etymology is the standard documented origin. · checked 2026-09-04
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Sander mean?
"Defender of the people", from Greek. A modern favourite in Estonia.
When is Sander's name day?
The traditional Estonian name day for Sander is September 11. It can fall on a different date in Finland or Sweden.
Where does the name Sander come from?
Short form of Aleksander (Alexander), from Greek.
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