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Sanders (surname)

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Sanders is a patronymic name, meaning son of Alexander. The name derives from the abbreviation xander, with Alexander deriving from the Greek "Ἀλέξανδρος" (Aléxandros), meaning "Defender of the people".[1]

Other known spelling variations: Sander, Saunder, Saunders, Zander, Sender, Zender and more,[2][3] although different variants may have other origins (such as places like Zandt or Senden). The surname originates from Germany, England, Scotland and Ireland in most cases.[citation needed]

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