Aleksandar Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aleksandar is a Slavic name derived from the Greek Alexandros, meaning 'defender of men.' It has evolved through various languages, including Old Slavic and Russian. The name is associated with positive traits like leadership and strength and has no biblical relevance. It has remained popular in Slavic countries and beyond.
The name Aleksandar is most popular in Illinois, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aleksandar has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Aleksandar' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3893rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3475th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2612th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3442nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Aleksandar' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aleksandar"
Pronunciation
/ˌælɪkˈsɑːndər/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
The name Aleksandar is derived from the Greek name Alexandros, which means 'defender of men.' It combines the elements 'alexein,' meaning 'to defend,' and 'aner,' meaning 'man.'
Meaning
Defender of men
Language Evolution
Alexandros (Greek), Alexandr (Old Slavic), Aleksandr (Russian), Aleksandar (Serbo-Croatian)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in various forms across Europe, particularly in Slavic countries, during the Middle Ages and has remained common ever since.
Variants & Derivatives
Alexander, Alex, Sasha, Aleks, Aleksy
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Aleksandar is viewed positively, often associated with leadership and strength due to its historical connotations.
Famous People
Aleksandar Kolarov (Footballer), Aleksandar Hemon (Author), Aleksandar Vučić (Politician)
📊 Aleksandar Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Aleksandar Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 56 peak births in 2005
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in Illinois
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aleksandar"
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 of "Aleksandar"
"Aleksandar" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3893rd of 10718 | 113 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3475th of 16616 | 249 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2612th of 24088 | 664 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3442nd of 23106 | 390 |
Regional Popularity of "Aleksandar" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
55.16% 1620th/2937 |
- | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
44.10% 1625th/3685 |
- | - |
50.70% 3203rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
30.69% 1406th/4582 |
54.69% 2824th/5164 |
60.11% 4396th/7313 |
45.34% 3384th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
49.95% 1990th/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
57.64% 3932nd/6822 |
65.98% 4141st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Aleksandar" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aleksandar"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aleksandar" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.