Aleksander
“Greek” — Associated with the famous conqueror Alexander the Great
Slavic countries origin · Boy name
#1425US 2025
126Births / yr
↑Rising
3.8kAll-time births
📅 Since 191800.01% of births at peak
How to pronounce Aleksander
al·uks·AND·er
/ˌæl.əks.ˈænd.ɝ/ · stress on AND · 4 syllables
“Greek”
Associated with the famous conqueror Alexander the Great · Slavic countries origin
What does Aleksander mean and where does it come from?
The name Aleksander (Александр in Russian, Αλέξανδρος in Greek) is of Greek origin and is historically associated with the famous conqueror Alexander the Great. It has been a popular name across many cultures and has numerous variants and spellings (including Alexander, Alexandre, and Alexandro). In
Cultural significance
Aleksander has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Slavic countries-speaking communities, where it reflects values of greek.
Peak popularity
Reached #1105 in 2009 — currently #1425 in the US.
How else can you spell Aleksander?
Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive
How popular is Aleksander right now?
Rising fast — up 248 spots — currently #1425 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Aleksander
Aleksander entered American naming records in 1918 and has been in use for over 106 years. With 3,528 total births recorded, Aleksander remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5008 in 1975 to #1447 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Aleksander in 2009:
Aleksander by decade
Aleksander peaked in the 2000s. See all 2000s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 6 | |
| 1960s | 10 | |
| 1970s | 46 | |
| 1980s | 158 | |
| 1990s | 584 | |
| 2000s | 1,115 | |
| 2010s ★ | 1,476 | |
| 2020s | 359 |
With 3,528 total births, Aleksander is an uncommon but established name.
What are good nicknames for Aleksander?
ALBANIAN
Skender
BULGARIAN
Sasho
CATALAN
Àlex
CROATIAN
SandiSaša
How is Aleksander written in other languages?
What are the girl versions of Aleksander?
Alexandra ANCIENT GREEKAleksandra BULGARIANAleksandrina BULGARIANSashka BULGARIANAleksandra CROATIANSanda CROATIANSandra CROATIANSaša CROATIANAlexandra CZECHAlexandra DANISHSandra DANISHAlex DUTCHAlexandra DUTCHSandra DUTCHXandra DUTCHAlex ENGLISHAlexa ENGLISHAlexandra ENGLISHAlexandrea ENGLISHAlexandria ENGLISHAlexandrina ENGLISHAlexina ENGLISHAli ENGLISHAllie ENGLISHAlly ENGLISHAlyx ENGLISHLexa ENGLISHLexi ENGLISHLexie ENGLISHLexine ENGLISHLexy ENGLISHSandie ENGLISHSandra ENGLISHSandy ENGLISHSasha ENGLISHSondra ENGLISHZandra ENGLISHAleksandra ESTONIANAlexandra FRENCHAlexandrie FRENCHAlexandrine FRENCHSacha FRENCHSandra FRENCHSandrine FRENCHSasha FRENCHAlexa GERMANAlexandra GERMANSandra GERMANSascha GERMANAlexandra GREEK MYTHOLOGYAlexandra GREEKAlexa HUNGARIANAlexandra HUNGARIANSzandra HUNGARIANAlexandra ICELANDICSandra ICELANDICAlastríona IRISHAlessa ITALIANAlessandra ITALIANAlexandra ITALIANSandra ITALIANSandra LATVIANSandra LITHUANIANAleksandra MACEDONIANSandra MACEDONIANSashka MACEDONIANAlexandra NORWEGIANSandra NORWEGIANAleksandra POLISHOla POLISHSandra POLISHAlexandra PORTUGUESEAlexandrina PORTUGUESESandra PORTUGUESEAlexandra ROMANIANSanda ROMANIANSandra ROMANIANAleksandra RUSSIANAleksandrina RUSSIANAlexandra RUSSIANSanya RUSSIANSasha RUSSIANShura RUSSIANSaundra SCOTTISHAleksandra SERBIANSandra SERBIANSaša SERBIANAlexandra SLOVAKAleksandra SLOVENESandra SLOVENESaša SLOVENEAle SPANISHAlejandra SPANISHAlexandra SPANISHSandra SPANISHAlexandra SWEDISHSandra SWEDISHSassa SWEDISHAleksandra UKRAINIANAlexandra UKRAINIANLesya UKRAINIANOleksandra UKRAINIANSasha UKRAINIAN
Common questions about the name Aleksander
What does the name Aleksander mean?
Aleksander means "Greek" — a name rooted in Slavic countries tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Aleksander?
Aleksander is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.
What is the cultural origin of Aleksander?
Aleksander originates from Slavic countries tradition. Slavic countries names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Aleksander?
Aleksander is a four-syllable name pronounced al-uks-AND-er. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Aleksander?
Aleksander pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Slavic countries heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.