Find out how popular the first name Sondor has been for the last 5 years (from 2019 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Sondor by gender

Based on the last 5 years of data, Sondor is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 7 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Sondor.

The history of the first name Sondor

The name Sondor is believed to have originated in ancient Persia, now modern-day Iran, during the Achaemenid Empire period around 550-330 BC. It is derived from the Old Persian words "sond" meaning "oath" and "dor" meaning "keeper" or "guardian", suggesting the name may have been used for people tasked with maintaining sacred oaths or religious rituals.

One of the earliest known references to the name Sondor can be found in cuneiform inscriptions from the reign of Darius the Great (550-486 BC), where it appears as the name of a high-ranking military commander. This suggests the name held significance and was associated with honor and loyalty in ancient Persian culture.

During the Sassanid Empire (224-651 AD), the name Sondor continued to be used, particularly among the nobility and within religious circles. Several Zoroastrian priests and scholars bearing this name are mentioned in historical texts from this period, indicating its enduring connection to spiritual and scholarly pursuits.

In the 9th century, a renowned Persian poet and philosopher named Sondor al-Kazemi (810-865) gained recognition for his works on ethics and mysticism. His writings and teachings have been widely studied and influential in the Islamic world.

Another notable figure was Sondor ibn al-Hashimi (1005-1072), a celebrated mathematician and astronomer from Persia who made significant contributions to the development of algebra and the study of celestial movements.

During the Mongol invasion of Persia in the 13th century, a military commander named Sondor Khan (1220-1284) gained fame for his bravery and leadership in defending cities against the Mongol forces. His exploits were chronicled in several historical accounts, further cementing the name's association with courage and valor.

In more recent centuries, the name Sondor has been less commonly used, but it has maintained its historical and cultural significance, particularly within Persian communities and among those interested in preserving ancient Iranian traditions and heritage.

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