Alexander is a name of Greek origin, meaning "defender of mankind" or "protector". It is derived from the Greek elements 'alexein', which means "to defend", and 'andros', which means "man".
The name Alexander has been popular throughout history, with several notable figures bearing this name. The most famous of these is Alexander the Great, who was a king of Macedon in ancient Greece. He is known for his military conquests and is considered one of the greatest military leaders in history.
The name Alexander has also been used by many other historical figures, including several tsars of Russia, several popes, and even an emperor of Byzantium. It has also been popular among royalty throughout Europe, with several kings and princes named Alexander.
Today, Alexander continues to be a popular name around the world. It is often shortened to Alex or Alec, and it can be used for both boys and girls. Despite its long history and many famous bearers, Alexander remains a timeless and classic name choice.
The name Alekxander has seen a steady popularity over the years, with birth counts ranging from 5 to 10 annually between 2004 and 2023. Notably, since 2017, there have been 6 births each year until 2023, where it increased to 8 births. In total, Alekxander has been the name of 115 newborns over these years.