Combination name; possibly bright or shining
Shalandra is a modern American invention, likely created by blending the prefix 'Sha-' with the name Alandra or Alexandra. While it does not have a singular ancient root, it follows the rhythmic patterns of 20th-century African American naming traditions. It is often associated with qualities of brightness or protector-ship due to its phonetic components.
Less common today
Shalandra isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,656 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
