ALEXANDER
The meaning of the unisex name Alexander is "
Details on ALEXANDER:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- "protector of mankind. alternate spellings: xander, xane, zane."
- Popularity for Boy:
- 38th in the USA (top 1%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 17,307th in the USA (bottom 5%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
7,517 births
ALEXANDER as a BOY in 2024
10 births
ALEXANDER as a GIRL in 2024
The meaning(s) of ALEXANDER:
The name Alexander is a Swedish baby name. In Swedish the meaning of the name Alexander is: Defender of man.
The name Alexander is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Alexander is: Defender of man.
The name Alexander is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Alexander is: Defender of men. Alexander the Great was a 4th century Macedonian king for whom the Egyptian city of Alexandria is named. Eight popes and three Russian emperors have been named Alexander.
The name Alexander is a Biblical baby name. In Biblical the meaning of the name Alexander is: One who assists men.
The name Alexander is a Shakespearean baby name. In Shakespearean the meaning of the name Alexander is: Henry VI, Part 2' Alexander Iden, a Kentish gentleman. 'The History of Troilus and Cressida' Servant to Cressida.
USA SSA birth(s) for ALEXANDER:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name ALEXANDER
ALEXANDER as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 7517 births |
| 2023 | 7909 births |
| 2022 | 8744 births |
| 2021 | 9418 births |
| 2020 | 10262 births |
| 2019 | 11325 births |
| 2018 | 12109 births |
| 2017 | 12467 births |
| 2016 | 13388 births |
| 2015 | 14531 births |
| 2014 | 15406 births |
| 2013 | 14900 births |
| 2012 | 15232 births |
| 2011 | 15700 births |
| 2010 | 16752 births |
| 2009 | 18227 births |
ALEXANDER as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 10 births |
| 2023 | 11 births |
| 2022 | 10 births |
| 2021 | 21 births |
| 2020 | 9 births |
| 2019 | 23 births |
| 2018 | 20 births |
| 2017 | 21 births |
| 2016 | 18 births |
| 2015 | 22 births |
| 2014 | 33 births |
| 2013 | 28 births |
| 2012 | 28 births |
| 2011 | 34 births |
| 2010 | 43 births |
| 2009 | 34 births |
About the name ALEXANDER
Alexander, a name steeped in history and grandeur, originates from the ancient Greek name Alexandros, meaning "defender of the people." This powerful moniker evokes images of brave leaders and noble warriors, most famously embodied by Alexander the Great, who forged an empire that stretched across continents. With its roots firmly planted in the fertile soil of Greece, the name has blossomed across cultures and geographies, finding a welcoming home in countries such as Russia, where it is often shortened to Sasha, and in the English-speaking world, where it remains a timeless classic. In Spanish-speaking nations, Alejandro carries a similar charm, while in Italy, Alessandro resonates with warmth and familiarity. Symbolically, Alexander embodies strength, leadership, and a spirit of adventure, making it a splendid choice for parents hoping to inspire courage and resilience in their child. Whether whispered softly or proclaimed with pride, the name Alexander carries with it a legacy of greatness and a promise of a bright future.
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