Aleksandr: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Aleksandr · 3 syllables
Everything about the name Aleksandr: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Defender of people»
Gender
Boy
Origin
Greek
Popularity
99 out of 100
Where Aleksandr is popular
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About the Name Aleksandr
With its Greek heritage, Aleksandr has long been valued for its meaning, "Defender of people." It is the kind of boy's name that carries a clear story parents can pass on.
In everyday speech Aleksandr is said Aleksandr (3 syllables). Aleksandr is usually used in full, without a common nickname. Across languages you'll also come across related forms and spellings such as Александр.
Today Aleksandr is a very popular choice, scoring 99 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as strong.
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Variants & Related Spellings
FAQ
What does the name Aleksandr mean?+
The name Aleksandr means "Defender of people".
What is the origin of the name Aleksandr?+
Aleksandr is a name of Greek origin.
Is Aleksandr a girl or boy name?+
Aleksandr is traditionally a boy name.
How do you pronounce Aleksandr?+
Aleksandr is pronounced Aleksandr (3 syllables).
Is Aleksandr a popular name?+
Aleksandr is a very popular choice, scoring 99 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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