Female and male first names beginning with the letter “S”..

Sanders is a Scandinavian male given name derived from Old Norse "Sandi," meaning "defender of mankind," also associated with "Sande," meaning "sandy" or "from sandy land.

Rare, unisex Scandinavian name derived from 'sand' and associated with 'defender of men', not linked to any significant historical figure but found in place names worldwide.

American name of modern origin, created as an alternative to Sandy or Sandra, with meanings derived from Sandra (defending men/he who excels) and Alexander (to defend/protect), symbolizing strength and courage.

Boy's name of Indian origin, derived from Sanskrit, meaning "one who brings prosperity".

Indian-origin unisex name derived from 'Sand' and 'Deep', translating to 'deep sand'. It's associated with Lord Indra's swift horse, Uchchaihshravas, whose hooves were like deep sand. Popular among Indians, it gained global recognition due to famous individuals bearing this name.

Dutch name derived from "zand," meaning sand, and also a variant of Alexander, meaning "defending men.

Dutch name derived from Old Frisian "Sandro," meaning "defender of the people.

Unique Hebrew name meaning "defender" or "guardian.

Distinctive English given name, derived from the occupational surname Sanders, which could refer to a maker or seller of shoes, or come from habitational places named Sanders in England. Its meaning is unclear, but it may be associated with 'sandy'.

English name of Greek origin, derived from Alexander meaning "defending men" or "guard". It was originally a nickname for brave individuals and became a given name in its own right during medieval England. Despite growing popularity, it remains uncommon compared to traditional names like John or Emma.

Scottish surname derived from Middle English 'sandir,' meaning 'sander' or 'sandwich maker.'

Indian name from West Bengal, meaning 'message' or 'news', symbolizing accurate communication. Traditionally used for boys, it has also been used for girls. Popularized by Bengali poet Michael Madhusudan Dutt in the 19th century, Sandesh continues to be beloved among Indian families and is gaining international popularity due to its unique sound and meaningful origin.

English name derived from Old English words "sand" and "ford," meaning "river shallow enough to be crossed." It originally referred to someone living near such a ford.

Unique Sanskrit female name meaning 'twilight' or 'dusk', symbolizing transition and serenity.

Greek origin, meaning 'defender of man' and believed to derive from the Greek word 'sandalion', or 'little soldier'.

Short form of Sandra, which has Latin roots meaning "defender".

Distinctive Spanish given name meaning 'watermelon', derived from Latin 'citrullus vulgaris'.

Unique, captivating Spanish name derived from Sandra ('watermelon') and Belinda ('bright, luminous battle'). It combines sweetness with strength, making it memorable yet historically unassociated with notable figures.

Unisex English name with uncertain origins, possibly derived from "sandy," but often used as a shortened form of Alexander or Sandra since the early 20th century.

Charming English female given name originating from medieval times as a variant of Sandra, meaning 'defending men'.

Rare Latin American name derived from "sandía" meaning watermelon, though this theory lacks definitive evidence. It's strongly associated with Augusto César Sandino, a Nicaragua general known for resisting U.S. occupation in the early 20th century.

Indian-origin name derived from Sanskrit 'Sandhi', meaning 'union' or 'conjunction'.

Distinctive unisex name of Hebrew origin, derived from 'sandal' meaning 'commander', popularized by Ashkenazi Jews and associated with biblical leader Samuel.

English name derived from "sand" (sandy) and "dun" (hill), meaning "sandy hill". It was originally a medieval surname for those living near sandy hills or having sandy hair, later becoming a given name.

Hungarian male given name derived from the Old Hungarian word 'szent', meaning 'saint'.

Greek-derived unisex name meaning 'manly gift'.

Unique Greek name derived from 'sandalion', meaning 'sandy'.

Classic name of Spanish origin, derived from "sandia," meaning watermelon, first popularized in the mid-20th century and associated with the Greek goddess Aphrodite in some cultures.

The feminine given name Sandra is of Spanish and Italian origin, derived from the Spanish word 'sandio', meaning 'defending men'. It gained popularity in the U.S. during the mid-20th century, with notable bearers including actresses Sandra Bullock and Sandra Dee, as well as Supreme Court justice Sandra Day O'Connor.

Hebrew name with a rich history, derived from "sararah" meaning "princess," inspired by the biblical story of Samson. It gained popularity during the Middle Ages as a variant spelling of Sandra and has been associated with notable literary characters and historical figures throughout its existence.

Rare French origin name derived from Latin "sandradius" meaning "sandal," associated with strength and courage, traditionally given to girls since medieval times.

Distinctive American name formed by combining Sandra and Lee, conveying elegance and modernity without a specific meaning.

French-derived female given name meaning "sander" or "trout," popular among royalty, nobility, and those near bodies of water, now recognized worldwide despite its rarity.

Unique and elegant Hebrew name meaning 'little princess'.

Distinctive Malagasy name, combining Sandra and Andriana; its meaning remains elusive yet it embodies elegance and cultural heritage.

Rare Italian given name derived from the surname Sandelli, originating from San Donato di Piave in northeastern Italy. Its meaning may be associated with strength and protection, but its etymology is not explicitly clear.

Rare and unique name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from a blend of Sandra and Victoria, or from the Latin word 'sandarius' meaning 'of the sand'. It was carried by Saint Sandria, an early Christian martyr.

Rare, African-inspired name believed to mean 'born on Tuesday', combining elements from various cultures.

Beautiful Indian name derived from Sanskrit "Sundara," meaning "beautiful." It holds significance in Hindu tradition, often associated with Lord Krishna.

Italian name with Latin roots, meaning 'defending men' or 'strong protector', popularized by historical figures like artist Sandrina Pieroni.