Sasha name popularity, meaning and origin
Name Popularity: 70%
Sasha name meaning:
The name Sasha is of Russian origin and is typically used as a nickname for the name Alexander or Alexandra. Sasha is a unisex name that can be given to both boys and girls, but it is more commonly associated with boys. In Russian, Sasha is a diminutive form of Alexander, which means "defender of mankind" or "protector of mankind." This name has historical significance as it was the title given to Russian emperors from the House of Romanov.
Sasha is a name that often conveys strength, bravery, and leadership qualities. It has gained popularity in various parts of the world and is seen as an international name with a masculine sound. The name Sasha has a certain charm and uniqueness, making it an appealing choice for parents looking for a name that is both traditional and modern.
Origin: Slavic
Pet form of Alexander.
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Related names
Alexander , Alandair, Alasdair , Alastair , Alec , Alejandra , Alejandro , Alejo, Alek , Aleka, Aleko, Alekos, Aleksander , Aleksy, Alesandro, Alessandra , Alessandre, Alessandri, Alex , Alexa , Alexandra , Alexandrea, Alexandria , Alexandrina , Alexandro , Alexi , Alexia , Alexina , Alexine, Alexis , Alick, Alik, Alisander, Alissander, Alistaire, Alister , Alistir, Alixandra, Allissandre, Allistair, Allistir, Alsandair, Alsandare, Alyssandra, Alyx , Elke, Lexandra, Lexi , Lisandra, Olexa, Pip , Sacha , Sachenka, Sachka, Sande, Sandey, Sandi, Sandie, Sandra , Sandy , Sascha , Sasha , Xandra, Xandy
Other boys names beginning with S
Statistics
Overall UK ranking: 1448 out of 4789
17 recorded births last year
Change in rank
- 10yrs
240 - 5yrs
-177 - 1yr
100
- Scotland (605)
Regional popularity
Ranking for this name in various UK regions
Historical popularity of Sasha
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