NAME PROFILE
Alexander
Alexander is a Greek name meaning 'defender of men,' derived from the elements 'alexein' (to defend) and 'aner' (man). The name exudes a powerful aura, often associated with bravery, intellect, and a charismatic personality that inspires others.
Key Stats
| Total births | 740,668 |
| Gender | Male (98% / 2%) |
| Peak year | 1993 |
| Peak generation | Millennial |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 4 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
NY — 22%CA — 21%TX — 20%PA — 20%FL — 19%
Notable People
Alexander the Great (Historical Figure, King of Macedonia) · Alexander Hamilton (Founding Father, U.S. Constitution) · Alexander Graham Bell (Inventor, Telephone) · Alexander Skarsgård (Actor, *True Blood*) · Alexandra Daddario (Actress, *Percy Jackson*)
Nicknames & Diminutives
AlexXanderLex
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