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Alexander
Meaning: Defender of people
About Alexander
Alexander is a masculine given name of Greek origin. Its most-cited short meaning is “Defender of people,” a sense that travels well across languages. Related spellings and variants include Alex, Aleksandr. Indicative pronunciation: al-ig-ZAN-der. Popular note: Pan-cultural classic. When considering Alexander, check how it sounds with a surname, everyday nicknames, and spelling confusion across countries.
Origin
Greek
Variants
Alex, Aleksandr
Pronunciation
al-ig-ZAN-der
Popularity note
Pan-cultural classic
FAQ — Alexander
What does the name Alexander mean?
Short meaning: Defender of people. See the long description above for cultural context.
What is the origin of Alexander?
Most associated origin: Greek.
Are there variants of Alexander?
Related forms: Alex, Aleksandr.