Aleksandr Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-lek-SAN-dur / əˈlɛk.sændərSlavic; Greek
Meaning
Defender of men; protector
Historical & Cultural Background
Aleksandr is a variant of Alexander, which has roots in ancient Greek. The name has been borne by numerous historical figures, including kings and military leaders. It is particularly popular in Slavic countries, where it has been adapted into various forms. The name symbolizes strength and leadership.
Trend Summary
Aleksandr has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alexandr
- Aleksander
- Sasha
International Variants
- Alejandro (Spanish)
- Alessandro (Italian)
- Alexandre (French)
- Aleksandr (Russian)
Famous people named Aleksandr
Aleksandr Pushkin was a renowned Russian poet and playwright, often considered the father of Russian literature.
Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn was a Russian novelist and dissident, awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1970.
Aleksandr Ovechkin is a professional ice hockey player, known for his exceptional scoring ability in the NHL.
Aleksandr Karpov is a former World Chess Champion, recognized for his strategic prowess in chess.
Fictional characters named Aleksandr
Aleksandr is a character in the video game series 'Metro', known for his role in the post-apocalyptic narrative.
Aleksandr is a character in the animated film 'The Nut Job', serving as a supporting character in the story.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aleksandr was first seen in the United States in 1971. Aleksandr has ranked as high as #1351 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in California, Florida, Washington, New York, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Aleksandr has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aleksandr (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 8 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| CA | 7 | |
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 10 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 28 |
| 1991 | 25 |
| 1992 | 30 |
| 1993 | 22 |
| 1994 | 36 |
| 1995 | 39 |
| 1996 | 29 |
| 1997 | 40 |
| 1998 | 47 |
| 1999 | 37 |
| 2000 | 31 |
| 2001 | 52 |
| 2002 | 29 |
| 2003 | 29 |
| 2004 | 33 |
| 2005 | 41 |
| 2006 | 37 |
| 2007 | 42 |
| 2008 | 48 |
| 2009 | 44 |
| 2010 | 62 |
| 2011 | 60 |
| 2012 | 50 |
| 2013 | 55 |
| 2014 | 61 |
| 2015 | 51 |
| 2016 | 72 |
| 2017 | 64 |
| 2018 | 51 |
| 2019 | 44 |
| 2020 | 39 |
| 2021 | 44 |
| 2022 | 39 |
| 2023 | 47 |
| 2024 | 55 |