Alexzander Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Alexzander has its roots in Greek, meaning 'defender of the people.' It evolved from Alexandros to Alexander and then to the modern form Alexzander. The name signifies strength and leadership and has no specific biblical relevance. It has enjoyed historical popularity, especially due to notable figures, and is currently viewed positively.
The name Alexzander is most popular in Arizona, 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, Alexzander 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, 'Alexzander' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6464th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 7552nd out of 7552 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2081st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 738th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1006th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Alexzander' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alexzander"
Pronunciation
/ˌælɪkˈzændər/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Alexzander is derived from the Greek name Alexandros, which means 'defender of the people.' It combines the elements 'alexein,' meaning 'to defend,' and 'aner,' meaning 'man.'
Meaning
defender of the people
Language Evolution
Alexandros (Greek), Alexander (Latin), Alexzander (Modern variation)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Western world due to the influence of Alexander the Great in the 4th century BC. It remained popular through the centuries, particularly in royal and noble families.
Variants & Derivatives
Alexander, Alex, Xander, Aleksandr
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Alexzander is perceived as a strong and modern name, often associated with leadership and charisma.
Famous People
Alexander the Great (historical figure), Alexander Graham Bell (inventor), Alexander Hamilton (founding father of the United States)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alexzander"
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 "Alexzander"
"Alexzander" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6464th of 6773 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 7552nd of 7552 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2081st of 16616 | 519 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 738th of 24088 | 4,328 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1006th of 23106 | 2,529 |
Regional Popularity of "Alexzander" 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) |
45.37% 1672nd/3685 |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
41.70% 2166th/5194 |
29.90% 1889th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
13.57% 622nd/4582 |
17.84% 921st/5164 |
11.53% 843rd/7313 |
8.79% 656th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
23.80% 948th/3984 |
30.24% 1357th/4487 |
16.46% 1123rd/6822 |
12.91% 810th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Alexzander" 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 "Alexzander"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alexzander" 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.