Alexandros Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Alexandros originates from Greek, meaning 'defender of men'. It has evolved through various languages and forms, reflecting its historical significance, particularly due to figures like Alexander the Great. The name carries traits of strength and leadership, with no biblical relevance. It remains popular in modern contexts and is associated with notable personalities.
The name Alexandros is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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. From 2020-2022, Alexandros 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, 'Alexandros' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7201st out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3060th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2344th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2675th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3074th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Alexandros' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alexandros"
Pronunciation
/ˌælɪkˈsændrəs/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Alexandros is derived from the Greek 'alexein', meaning 'to defend', and 'aner', meaning 'man', thus translating to 'defender of men'.
Meaning
Defender of men
Language Evolution
Alexandros (Ancient Greek), Aleksandros (Modern Greek), Alexander (Latin), Alejandro (Spanish), Alessandro (Italian), Alexandre (French)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity due to Alexander the Great in the 4th century BC, who was a significant historical figure and military leader.
Variants & Derivatives
Alexander, Alejandro, Alessandro, Alexandre, Sasha
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Alexandros is perceived as a strong and classic name, often associated with leadership and bravery.
Famous People
Alexander the Great, Alexander Hamilton, Alexander Graham Bell, Alejandro González Iñárritu, Alessandro Volta
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alexandros"
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 "Alexandros"
"Alexandros" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7201st of 7552 | 6 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3060th of 10718 | 176 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2344th of 16616 | 440 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2675th of 24088 | 645 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3074th of 23106 | 460 |
Regional Popularity of "Alexandros" 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) |
- |
40.14% 1398th/3483 |
- |
60.78% 2458th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
27.44% 1228th/4475 |
- |
52.49% 3316th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
66.83% 3062nd/4582 |
28.29% 1461st/5164 |
57.95% 4238th/7313 |
41.03% 3062nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
67.57% 2692nd/3984 |
40.14% 1801st/4487 |
63.97% 4364th/6822 |
38.80% 2435th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Alexandros" 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 "Alexandros"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alexandros" 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.