Girl · 4713th of 27,321
Alexandr
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
782
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1989
Peak Popularity Year
316
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Alexandr stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Alexandr has its origins in Greek, meaning 'defender of the people.' It evolved from Alexandros and has various forms in different languages. The name is associated with traits of leadership and nobility, with no specific biblical relevance. Its popularity surged due to historical figures, and it remains widely used today.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/əˈlɛksəndər/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Alexandr is derived from the Greek name Alexandros, which means 'defender of the people.' It is composed of the elements 'alexein,' meaning 'to defend,' and 'aner,' meaning 'man.'
Meaning
defender of the people
Language Evolution
Alexandros (Greek), Alexandrius (Latin), Aleksandr (Old Church Slavonic), Alexander (English)
Historical Usage
The name Alexandr gained popularity due to the influence of historical figures such as Alexander the Great, particularly during the Hellenistic period and later throughout the Roman Empire.
Variants & Derivatives
Alexander, Aleksandr, Sasha, Alex
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Alexandr is viewed positively, often associated with nobility and leadership, and remains a popular choice in various cultures today.
Famous People
Alexander the Great, Alexander Graham Bell, Alexander Hamilton, Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 316 peak births in 1989
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 15 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 4 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6168th of 16616 | 100 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5178th of 24088 | 248 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7172nd of 23106 | 133 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4713th of 27321 | 301 |