Defender of men
Sander is a European short form of Alexander, derived from the Greek name Alexandros. It combines 'alexein', meaning to defend, and 'aner', meaning man. While Alexander is a global classic, Sander offers a more streamlined, modern alternative popular in Scandinavia and the Netherlands.
About 41 boys were named Sander in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Respected television news journalist
Norwegian professional footballer
Eccentric artist and antagonist · BioShock
Former U.S. Representative from Michigan
