Alekzander Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Alekzander originates from the Greek name Alexandros, which means 'defender of men.' It has evolved through historical forms and is commonly associated with strength. There is no biblical relevance. The name gained popularity due to historical figures and remains well-regarded in modern times.
The name Alekzander is most popular in California, 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, Alekzander 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, 'Alekzander' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 9103rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2821st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2901st out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Alekzander' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alekzander"
Pronunciation
/əˈlɛk.zændər/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Alekzander is derived from the Greek name Alexandros, which is composed of the elements 'alexein' meaning 'to defend' and 'aner' meaning 'man.'
Meaning
defender of men
Language Evolution
Alexandros (Ancient Greek), Alexander (Latin), Alekzander (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Alexander gained popularity due to historical figures such as Alexander the Great during the Hellenistic period, and it has remained common throughout the centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Alexander, Alex, Alec, Sasha
Modern Popularity & Image
Alekzander is considered a modern and unique variant of Alexander, often associated with strength and leadership.
Famous People
Alexander the Great, Alexander Hamilton, Alexander Graham Bell
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alekzander"
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 "Alekzander"
"Alekzander" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 9103rd of 16616 | 42 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2821st of 24088 | 598 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2901st of 23106 | 501 |
Regional Popularity of "Alekzander" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
56.22% 2576th/4582 |
- |
40.08% 2931st/7313 |
28.78% 2148th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
73.95% 3318th/4487 |
36.98% 2523rd/6822 |
34.97% 2195th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Alekzander" 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 "Alekzander"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alekzander" 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.