Sandrine is a beautiful and elegant French feminine given name. Derived from the Latin word 'sandalis', meaning 'sandal', it is often associated with sandals worn by early Christian pilgrims. In France, Sandrine has been popular for several decades, ranking among the top 100 names in recent years. It is also used in other French-speaking regions and has gained some international recognition. The name is typically pronounced /sɑ̃dʁin/, with the emphasis on the first syllable. Sandrine is often shortened to Sandy or Rine as pet names, offering further variation and familiarity.
"Sandrine was a popular name for newborns throughout much of the late 20th century and into the early 21st century, with peaks in popularity during the late 1960s to mid-1970s, late 1980s to early 1990s, and again in the late 2000s. However, its prevalence has decreased since then, with only a few occurrences per year in recent years."