Find out how popular the first name Sandro has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Sandro by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Sandro is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 59 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Sandro.

The history of the first name Sandro

The name Sandro is a shortened form of the Italian name Alessandro, which is derived from the Greek name Alexandros. Alexandros is composed of the Greek elements "alexo" meaning "to defend" and "andros" meaning "man," effectively translating to "defender of men."

This name's origins can be traced back to Alexander the Great, the legendary ruler of ancient Macedon who lived from 356 to 323 BC. His military conquests and leadership abilities cemented his legacy, leading to the widespread adoption of his name across various cultures.

Sandro gained prominence in Italy during the Renaissance period, particularly in the 15th and 16th centuries. It became a popular name among the Italian nobility and artistic circles, reflecting the cultural influence of the time.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Sandro is found in the works of the renowned Italian poet Dante Alighieri, who lived from 1265 to 1321. In his literary masterpiece, the Divine Comedy, Dante mentions a character named Sandro.

Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Sandro, including:

1. Sandro Botticelli (1445-1510), an Italian Renaissance painter famous for his iconic works such as "The Birth of Venus" and "Primavera."
2. Sandro Pertini (1896-1990), an Italian politician who served as the President of Italy from 1978 to 1985.
3. Sandro Penna (1906-1977), an Italian poet known for his lyrical and introspective works exploring themes of love and desire.
4. Sandro Salvadore (1939-2007), an Italian singer and songwriter who achieved great success in the 1960s and 1970s with his romantic ballads.
5. Sandro Tonali (born 2000), an Italian professional footballer who currently plays as a midfielder for AC Milan in Serie A.

These individuals, spanning various eras and fields, have contributed to the enduring popularity and cultural significance of the name Sandro throughout history.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

The history and meaning of the name Sandro was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

If you have a correction or suggestion to improve the history of Sandro, please contact us.

Reference this page

We spend a lot of resources downloading, cleaning, merging, and formatting the data that is shown on the site.

If you found the data or information on this page useful in your research, please use the tool below to properly cite or reference Name Census as the source. We appreciate your support!