Sannie

Sannie is primarily a diminutive form, most commonly of Susanna or Sandra. The name Susanna itself has Hebrew origins, meaning 'lily,' and has been used in English-speaking countries for centuries. Sandra is a shorter form of Alessandra, the Italian form of Alexandra, meaning 'defender of mankind.' As a standalone name, Sannie emerged in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States, often as a familiar or pet name that eventually gained some independent use. Its usage as a given name is less common than its longer counterparts.