Seandre
A name with roots in Spanish, meaning "man from Alejandria".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Seandre. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Seandre today is around 29 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Seandre births was 1996 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Seandre. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Seandre. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1996
5 babies that year
Average age
29
years old
1996 SSA rank
#10,273
Tracked since 1996
Popularity
Seandre: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Seandre by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Seandre during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Seandre
The given name Seandre has its origins rooted in a blend of French and English cultures, emerging around the late 19th century. The name is a unique combination of the French name "Sean" and the English suffix "-dre," which was commonly used in masculine names during that period.
Seandre's linguistic origins can be traced back to the ancient Irish name "Seán," derived from the Old Irish name "Séamús," which itself stems from the Latin name "Iacomus" or "Jacobus," meaning "supplanter." This Latin name was later adopted into various European languages, including French, where it evolved into the name "Jean."
The earliest known record of the name Seandre dates back to the late 1800s, when it appeared sporadically in French and English-speaking communities. However, it was not until the early 20th century that the name gained more widespread recognition and usage.
One of the earliest notable individuals to bear the name Seandre was Seandre Foucault, a French philosopher and writer born in 1887. Foucault was known for his insightful works on existentialism and the human condition, publishing several influential books during his lifetime.
Another prominent figure with the name Seandre was Seandre Dumont, an English poet and playwright born in 1912. Dumont's poetic works often explored themes of love, loss, and the complexities of human relationships, earning him critical acclaim during the mid-20th century.
In the realm of sports, Seandre Wilkins, an American basketball player born in 1945, made his mark as a skilled point guard in the NBA during the 1970s and 1980s. Wilkins was renowned for his exceptional court vision and playmaking abilities, helping to lead his teams to several successful seasons.
The name Seandre also found its way into the world of music, with Seandre Michaels, an American singer-songwriter born in 1968, gaining recognition for his soulful melodies and poetic lyrics. Michaels' music often explored themes of personal growth and self-discovery, resonating with audiences across various genres.
Another noteworthy figure was Seandre Beaumont, a French artist and sculptor born in 1920. Beaumont's innovative approach to sculpting and his ability to capture the essence of human emotion through his works earned him a prominent place in the art world of the mid-20th century.
While the name Seandre may not have achieved widespread popularity throughout history, its unique blend of French and English influences has left a lasting impact on various cultural and artistic spheres, with those who bore the name making significant contributions in their respective fields.
People
Seandre + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Seandre as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with S
Other first names starting with S with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Seandre: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Seandre?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Seandre going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Seandre a common name?
We classify Seandre as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Seandre most popular?
The single biggest year for Seandre was 1996, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Seandre is about 29 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Seandre in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Seandre a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Seandre in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Seandre still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Seandre in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Seandre can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Seandre as a first name?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.