Lisander Boy

Popularity: — · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

Pronunciationlih-SAN-der / lɪˈsændər

Greek; Latin

Meaning

Greek: liberator; Latin: defender

Historical & Cultural Background

Lisander is derived from the Greek name Lysandros, which means 'liberator' or 'one who frees'. The name has historical significance in ancient Greece, particularly associated with Lysander, a Spartan naval commander during the Peloponnesian War. It has also been adopted in various forms in Latin-speaking cultures. The name is relatively uncommon in modern times but carries a classic and noble connotation.

Trend Summary

Lisander is a rare name in the United States, with limited popularity in recent years.

Similar Names

LysanderLeanderIsanderXanderEvanderAlistairSanderAnders

Variants

  • Lysander

International Variants

  • Lysandre (French)
  • Lisandro (Spanish)

Famous people named Lisander

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Fictional characters named Lisander

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Sibling Suggestions

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Lisander was first seen in the United States in 2008. Lisander has ranked as high as #1369 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Lisander has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Lisander

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
20085
20099
20105