Aleksander Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-lek-SAN-der / əˈlɛk.sæn.dərGreek; Slavic
Meaning
Greek: defender of men; Slavic: protector
Historical & Cultural Background
Aleksander is a variant of Alexander, which has roots in ancient Greece. The name gained prominence through historical figures such as Alexander the Great. In Slavic cultures, it has been widely adopted and is associated with strength and leadership. The name has various forms across different languages and cultures, reflecting its widespread appeal.
Trend Summary
Aleksander has seen a steady popularity in the U.S., often influenced by the classic appeal of its root name, Alexander.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alex
- Aleks
- Sasha
International Variants
- Alejandro (Spanish)
- Alessandro (Italian)
- Alexandre (French)
- Aleksandr (Russian)
Famous people named Aleksander
Aleksander Kwasniewski was the President of Poland from 1995 to 2005.
Aleksander Solzhenitsyn was a Russian novelist and dissident known for his works on the Soviet Union.
Aleksander Barkov is a professional ice hockey player from Russia.
Aleksander Zverev is a German professional tennis player.
Fictional characters named Aleksander
Aleksander is a character in the video game series 'Fire Emblem' known for his strategic prowess.
Aleksander is a character in the novel 'The Brothers Karamazov' by Fyodor Dostoevsky, representing complex moral dilemmas.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aleksander was first seen in the United States in 1918. Aleksander has ranked as high as #1224 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, New York, Texas, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Aleksander has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aleksander (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 14 | |
| IL | 12 | |
| NY | 11 | |
| FL | 10 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1973 | 6 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 13 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 17 |
| 1986 | 21 |
| 1987 | 20 |
| 1988 | 23 |
| 1989 | 26 |
| 1990 | 33 |
| 1991 | 41 |
| 1992 | 61 |
| 1993 | 46 |
| 1994 | 54 |
| 1995 | 54 |
| 1996 | 76 |
| 1997 | 72 |
| 1998 | 66 |
| 1999 | 81 |
| 2000 | 78 |
| 2001 | 78 |
| 2002 | 104 |
| 2003 | 76 |
| 2004 | 115 |
| 2005 | 102 |
| 2006 | 123 |
| 2007 | 134 |
| 2008 | 138 |
| 2009 | 167 |
| 2010 | 131 |
| 2011 | 142 |
| 2012 | 152 |
| 2013 | 136 |
| 2014 | 171 |
| 2015 | 144 |
| 2016 | 144 |
| 2017 | 155 |
| 2018 | 160 |
| 2019 | 145 |
| 2020 | 133 |
| 2021 | 140 |
| 2022 | 143 |
| 2023 | 125 |
| 2024 | 100 |