Alexandre Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ah-lek-SAHN-dre /ˌæl.ɪkˈsændər/
Origin: Greek; French; Spanish
Meaning: Greek: defender of men; French: protector; Spanish: defender
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Alexandre is derived from the Greek name Alexandros, which is composed of the elements "alexein," meaning "to defend," and "aner," meaning "man." This etymological foundation suggests a meaning of "defender of man." The name was popularized in the ancient world by Alexander the Great, the king of Macedon who created one of the largest empires in history during the 4th century BCE. His conquests and the subsequent spread of Hellenistic culture facilitated the adoption of the name across various regions, including the Roman Empire, where it was Latinized as Alexander.
In the context of Christian history, the name gained further significance through various saints, most notably Saint Alexander of Alexandria, a prominent figure in the early Christian church during the 4th century CE. His theological contributions and leadership during the Arian controversy helped solidify the name's association with religious authority and moral fortitude.
Additionally, the name appears in significant historical texts, including the Vulgate, the Latin translation of the Bible completed by Saint Jerome in the late 4th century, which helped disseminate the name throughout medieval Europe. Culturally, Alexandre has been embraced in various forms across different languages and regions, often symbolizing strength and leadership.
The name has inspired numerous literary and artistic works, reflecting its enduring legacy. In French, the name retains its original form, while diminutive forms such as Alex or Lex have emerged in various cultures, signifying familiarity and affection.
The historical and cultural resonance of Alexandre has ensured its continued relevance, rooted in a rich tapestry of linguistic and historical significance.
Famous people named Alexandre
In this section, you will find notable people named Alexandre. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Alexandre who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Alexandre who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Alexandre Dumas is a writer best known for The Three Musketeers, The Count of Monte Cristo, and The Man in the Iron Mask.
Alexandre Gustave Eiffel is an engineer best known for designing the Eiffel Tower and contributing to the Statue of Liberty.
Alexandre Lacazette is a professional footballer best known for playing with Olympique Lyonnais and Arsenal.
Alexandre Desplat is a composer best known for his work on The Grand Budapest Hotel, The Shape of Water, and The King's Speech.
Alexandre O. Philippe is a filmmaker best known for documentaries such as 78/52, Memory: The Origins of Alien, and Leap of Faith: William Friedkin on The Exorcist.
Alexandre Cummings is a scientist best known for his work in the field of biochemistry and molecular biology.
Fictional characters named Alexandre
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Alexandre Dumas is a fictional character from the novel The Count of Monte Cristo. He is a key figure in the story, known for his literary contributions and as the author of the tale that inspires the protagonist's journey.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alexandre was first seen in the United States in 1915.
Alexandre has ranked as high as #2143 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in California, New York, Florida, Massachusetts, and Texas.
In the past 5 years the name Alexandre has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Alexandre is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Alexandre was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Alexandre.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 67 | 67 | 0 |
| 2024 | 71 | 71 | 0 |
| 2023 | 51 | 51 | 0 |
| 2022 | 53 | 53 | 0 |
| 2021 | 80 | 80 | 0 |
| 2020 | 94 | 94 | 0 |
| 2019 | 71 | 71 | 0 |
| 2018 | 67 | 67 | 0 |
| 2017 | 71 | 71 | 0 |
| 2016 | 95 | 95 | 0 |
| 2015 | 111 | 111 | 0 |
| 2014 | 94 | 94 | 0 |
| 2013 | 105 | 105 | 0 |
| 2012 | 122 | 122 | 0 |
| 2011 | 120 | 120 | 0 |
| 2010 | 140 | 140 | 0 |
| 2009 | 130 | 130 | 0 |
| 2008 | 151 | 151 | 0 |
| 2007 | 155 | 150 | 5 |
| 2006 | 142 | 142 | 0 |
| 2005 | 165 | 165 | 0 |
| 2004 | 143 | 143 | 0 |
| 2003 | 173 | 173 | 0 |
| 2002 | 154 | 154 | 0 |
| 2001 | 118 | 118 | 0 |
| 2000 | 146 | 146 | 0 |
| 1999 | 147 | 141 | 6 |
| 1998 | 161 | 154 | 7 |
| 1997 | 132 | 125 | 7 |
| 1996 | 137 | 131 | 6 |
| 1995 | 143 | 136 | 7 |
| 1994 | 158 | 147 | 11 |
| 1993 | 153 | 143 | 10 |
| 1992 | 131 | 121 | 10 |
| 1991 | 137 | 128 | 9 |
| 1990 | 134 | 121 | 13 |
| 1989 | 113 | 99 | 14 |
| 1988 | 105 | 97 | 8 |
| 1987 | 90 | 79 | 11 |
| 1986 | 72 | 63 | 9 |
| 1985 | 66 | 66 | 0 |
| 1984 | 61 | 54 | 7 |
| 1983 | 43 | 43 | 0 |
| 1982 | 46 | 41 | 5 |
| 1981 | 32 | 32 | 0 |
| 1980 | 42 | 42 | 0 |
| 1979 | 22 | 22 | 0 |
| 1978 | 34 | 34 | 0 |
| 1977 | 38 | 38 | 0 |
| 1976 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 1975 | 27 | 27 | 0 |
| 1974 | 23 | 23 | 0 |
| 1973 | 20 | 20 | 0 |
| 1972 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 1971 | 19 | 19 | 0 |
| 1970 | 21 | 21 | 0 |
| 1969 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 1968 | 26 | 26 | 0 |
| 1967 | 18 | 18 | 0 |
| 1966 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1965 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1963 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1962 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1961 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1960 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1957 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1956 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 1954 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1949 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1920 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 1918 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 1915 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
Top States for Alexandre (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 14 | |
| NY | 11 | |
| TX | 9 |