Aleksandr Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Aleksandr has Greek origins, meaning 'defender of men', and has evolved through various languages including Ancient Greek and modern Slavic forms. Its historical relevance is highlighted by figures like Alexander the Great, contributing to its enduring popularity and noble traits. It has no direct biblical significance.
The name Aleksandr is most popular in Washington, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West 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, Aleksandr 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, 'Aleksandr' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5780th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3219th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2583rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2532nd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Aleksandr' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aleksandr"
Pronunciation
/ˌɑːlɛkˈsændər/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Aleksandr is derived from the Greek name Alexandros, which is composed of the elements 'alexein', meaning 'to defend', and 'aner', meaning 'man'. Therefore, the name can be interpreted as 'defender of men'.
Meaning
defender of men
Language Evolution
Alexandros (Ancient Greek), Alexandre (French), Aleksandr (Russian), Aleksander (Polish), Alessandro (Italian)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the ancient world, particularly due to the famous historical figure Alexander the Great, and has remained a popular name in various cultures throughout history.
Variants & Derivatives
Alexander, Alex, Sasha, Lex, Xander
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Aleksandr is widely recognized and appreciated, particularly in Eastern Europe and among Slavic cultures. It carries a strong and noble connotation.
Famous People
Alexander the Great, Alexander Pushkin, Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn, Aleksandr Ovechkin
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aleksandr"
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 "Aleksandr"
"Aleksandr" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5780th of 10718 | 47 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3219th of 16616 | 278 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2583rd of 24088 | 682 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2532nd of 23106 | 622 |
Regional Popularity of "Aleksandr" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
- |
42.54% 2687th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
53.93% 2471st/4582 |
47.87% 2472nd/5164 |
53.40% 3905th/7313 |
25.79% 1925th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
54.98% 2467th/4487 |
33.99% 2319th/6822 |
30.85% 1936th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Aleksandr" 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 "Aleksandr"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aleksandr" 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.