Sikandar Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: si-KAN-dar /sɪˈkændər/
Origin: Persian; Arabic; Urdu
Meaning: Persian: defender; Arabic: protector
Historical & Cultural Background
Sikandar is derived from the Persian name Iskandar, which is a variant of Alexander. The name has historical significance in South Asia, particularly due to its association with the great conqueror Alexander the Great.
In Islamic culture, Sikandar is often revered as a symbol of strength and leadership. The name is popular in various regions, including India and Pakistan, reflecting a blend of Persian and local influences.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Sikandar was first seen in the United States in 2023.
Sikandar has ranked as high as #1371 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Sikandar has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Sikandar 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 Sikandar was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Sikandar
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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 Sikandar.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 5 |