Saunders is an English surname and given name, derived from the Middle English word 'Saunder', which itself originates from the Old French personal name 'Sanz'. This name was likely brought to England after the Norman Conquest in 1066, and it has since become a common part of British nomenclature. The name Sanders is often used as a variant spelling of Saunders. Interestingly, Saunders Island in the Falkland Islands was named after John Saunders Wickham, an officer of the Royal Navy who explored the area in 1829. Today, Saunders remains a distinctive and recognizable name, with people bearing it found across the globe.
"The name Saunders experienced fluctuating popularity over the decades, with the highest peaks in 1912, 1922, and 1948, all having 8 births each. The years 1914 to 1969 saw a steady decline in its usage, but it remained relatively consistent from 1970 onwards, with most years registering 5 or 6 births. Notably, the name's popularity dipped sharply after 2001, with only one year (2018) recording 5 births since then."