Alexandru Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-lek-SAN-droo / ˌæl.ɪkˈsæn.druːGreek; Romanian
Meaning
Greek: defender of men; Romanian: variant of Alexander
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Alexandru is derived from the Greek name Alexandros, which means 'defender of men.' It has been widely used in various cultures, particularly in Eastern Europe. In Romania, Alexandru is a popular name, often associated with historical figures and royalty. The name has maintained its popularity over centuries, reflecting its strong cultural significance.
Trend Summary
Alexandru has seen consistent popularity in Romania and among Romanian communities worldwide.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alex
- Aleks
- Sasha
International Variants
- Alejandro (Spanish)
- Alessandro (Italian)
- Alexandre (French)
- Aleksandr (Russian)
Famous people named Alexandru
Alexandru Ioan Cuza was a Romanian politician and the first ruler of the United Principalities of Romania.
Alexandru D. Xenopol was a Romanian historian and politician known for his contributions to Romanian history.
Alexandru Ciorănescu was a Romanian linguist and philologist recognized for his work in the field of language studies.
Alexandru Papadopol was a Romanian painter known for his contributions to the art scene in the early 20th century.
Fictional characters named Alexandru
Alexandru is a character in the video game 'Assassin's Creed: Revelations,' known for his role in the storyline.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alexandru was first seen in the United States in 1981. Alexandru has ranked as high as #1349 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, Illinois, Florida, Michigan, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Alexandru has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alexandru (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 10 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 22 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 20 |
| 2004 | 26 |
| 2005 | 22 |
| 2006 | 34 |
| 2007 | 33 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 32 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 28 |
| 2012 | 26 |
| 2013 | 21 |
| 2014 | 33 |
| 2015 | 26 |
| 2016 | 20 |
| 2017 | 21 |
| 2018 | 21 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 12 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 5 |