Lysander Boy

Popularity: #858 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Origin(s)

PronunciationLYE-san-der / /ˈlaɪ.sæn.dər/

Greek; Latin

Meaning

Greek: 'liberator'; Latin: 'defender'

Historical & Cultural Background

Lysander is a name of Greek origin, derived from the elements 'lysis' meaning 'release' and 'aner' meaning 'man'. It was borne by a prominent Spartan general during the Peloponnesian War, known for his military strategies. The name has been used in various literary works, including Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream', where Lysander is one of the main characters. Its usage has persisted through history, often associated with themes of freedom and strength.

Trend Summary

Lysander has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Lys
  • Lysandros

International Variants

  • Lysandre (French)
  • Lisandro (Spanish)
  • Lysandros (Greek)

Famous people named Lysander

Lysander Spooner was an American political philosopher and abolitionist known for his writings on individual liberty.

Lysander (Lys) Smith was a notable American politician who served in the state legislature.

Lysander (Lys) H. Smith was a prominent American lawyer and advocate for civil rights.

Lysander (Lys) H. Smith was a significant figure in the early 20th-century American labor movement.

Fictional characters named Lysander

Lysander is a character in William Shakespeare's play 'A Midsummer Night's Dream', known for his romantic pursuit of Hermia.

Lysander is a character in the video game 'Fire Emblem: Awakening', serving as a noble and skilled warrior.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Lysander was first seen in the United States in 1931. Lysander has ranked as high as #1294 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Lysander has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Lysander (2024)

StateBirthsShare
TX 11
41%
CA 11
41%
NY 5
19%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19315
19556
19615
19635
19645
19707
19716
197213
19767
19785
198310
19855
19866
19975
200011
20016
200211
200313
20047
200510
200617
200725
200829
200922
201030
201131
201228
201332
201443
201534
201627
201725
201824
201927
202023
202119
202223
202330
202466