Alexandr Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Alexandr has its origins in Greek, meaning 'defender of the people.' It evolved from Alexandros and has various forms in different languages. The name is associated with traits of leadership and nobility, with no specific biblical relevance. Its popularity surged due to historical figures, and it remains widely used today.
The name Alexandr is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Alexandr has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female 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 Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Alexandr' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6168th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5178th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7172nd out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4713th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Alexandr' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alexandr"
Pronunciation
/əˈlɛksəndər/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Alexandr is derived from the Greek name Alexandros, which means 'defender of the people.' It is composed of the elements 'alexein,' meaning 'to defend,' and 'aner,' meaning 'man.'
Meaning
defender of the people
Language Evolution
Alexandros (Greek), Alexandrius (Latin), Aleksandr (Old Church Slavonic), Alexander (English)
Historical Usage
The name Alexandr gained popularity due to the influence of historical figures such as Alexander the Great, particularly during the Hellenistic period and later throughout the Roman Empire.
Variants & Derivatives
Alexander, Aleksandr, Sasha, Alex
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Alexandr is viewed positively, often associated with nobility and leadership, and remains a popular choice in various cultures today.
Famous People
Alexander the Great, Alexander Graham Bell, Alexander Hamilton, Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alexandr"
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 "Alexandr"
"Alexandr" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6168th of 16616 | 100 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5178th of 24088 | 248 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7172nd of 23106 | 133 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4713th of 27321 | 301 |
Regional Popularity of "Alexandr" 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 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
56.82% 4155th/7313 |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Alexandr" 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) |
- |
24.42% 1093rd/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Alexandr"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alexandr" 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.