Teandra
A feminine name of undetermined meaning, likely a combination meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 297 living Americans carry the first name Teandra. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Teandra today is around 33 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Teandra births was 1989 (21 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Teandra. 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.
People living today
297
~ 1 in 1,154,055 Americans
Peak year
1989
21 babies that year
Average age
33
years old
2010 SSA rank
#19,579
Tracked since 1979
Popularity
Teandra: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Teandra from the 1970s through to the 2010s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 121 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1990s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Teandra 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 Teandra during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Teandra
The name Teandra is derived from the Greek word "teandros," which means "divine man" or "godly man." Its origins can be traced back to ancient Greece, where it was used as a name for men who were believed to possess divine qualities or have a close connection with the gods.
In the early days of ancient Greek civilization, names were often chosen to reflect the characteristics or attributes that parents wished for their children. The name Teandra was likely given to boys whose parents hoped they would grow up to be virtuous, noble, and blessed by the gods.
While the name Teandra is not found in any major ancient Greek texts or religious scriptures, it was likely used by some families during the classical period of Greek history, which spanned from the 5th to the 4th century BCE.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Teandra dates back to the 3rd century BCE, when a Greek philosopher and mathematician named Teandra of Rhodes lived and worked. He is credited with developing several important mathematical theories and contributing to the advancement of geometry during his time.
Another notable figure with the name Teandra was a Greek poet who lived in the 2nd century BCE. Although little is known about his life, some of his works have survived and provide insight into the cultural and literary traditions of ancient Greece.
In the 1st century CE, a Roman general named Teandra Claudius was recorded in historical accounts for his military campaigns and victories against neighboring tribes. He played a significant role in expanding the Roman Empire's territories and solidifying its power in the region.
During the Byzantine Empire, which lasted from the 4th to the 15th century CE, a prominent scholar and theologian named Teandra of Constantinople made significant contributions to the study of philosophy and religious teachings. His writings and teachings influenced the intellectual and spiritual landscape of the time.
In the 12th century CE, a famous architect and engineer named Teandra of Amalfi was renowned for his innovative designs and construction techniques. He is credited with building several iconic structures, including churches and fortifications, which still stand today as testament to his skill and craftsmanship.
People
Teandra + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Teandra as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with T
Other first names starting with T with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Teandra: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Teandra?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 297 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Teandra 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 1,154,055 US residents.
Is Teandra a common name?
We classify Teandra as "Very Rare". It ranks above 79.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 309 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Teandra most popular?
The single biggest year for Teandra was 1989, when 21 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Teandra is about 33 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Teandra a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Teandra in the SSA data are female. 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.
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.