Sawney name meaning

Gender: Boy
Origin: Old Greek, Middle and English
Usage: Scottish
Pronunciation: sa(w)-ney
Meaning: Protector of Mankind, Defending Man, Form of Alexander, Nickname for Sandra, Defender of Men, He Who Wards Off (Other) Men, Protect and Man, Manly and Protector
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What does Sawney mean?

Sawney's origin is Old Greek is a boy name is used prevalently in Scottish. Sawney is a version of desirable and venerable Sandy. Sandy is abridged form of Alexander. Sandy is form of Sandra;Alexandra in English language.

Also Sandy is form of Alexander in English language. Sandy's origin is Middle, Old Greek and English, meaning of Sandy is "Nickname for Sandra and He Who Wards Off (Other) Men".

How do I pronounce Sawney?

The proper pronunciation of two syllabled Sawney is sa(w)-ney.

Variants of Sawney

Sandy, Sandra, Alexandra, Alexander, Sande, Sandi, Sandrah, Sandrine, Sandralee, Kassandra, Alandra, Lexia, Aleka, Axelia, Alastair, Alister, Alek, Davidalexander, Alexanderjames, Sandia, Sandie, Cassandra

Middle Names for Sawney

Ulan, Dute, view more middle names that goes with Sawney

How popular is the name Sawney?

Sawney is an uncommon name around the world.

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What numerology tells about Sawney?

You have a powerful appearance. You always make the best entrance, no matter where you appear. You never come up with a plan to achieve something but make your way as you go. You are often taken as crazy because of your fearlessness and courageous acts you take to achieve your aspirations. You can't stand in one place for a long time because it bores you. Travelling is your passion. You respond to occurrences in an unusual, impulsive but also creative way.

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  •  Cináed mainly is used in Scottish has its origin in Old Irish, meaning of Cináed is "Born of Fire" is given to baby boys

Famous people named Sawney

  • Sawney Bean, was said to be the head of a 48-member clan in Scotland

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