Aleksandr
“Defender of the people” — Associated with Alexander the Great
Russia origin · Boy name
#2734US 2023
47Births / yr
↑Rising
1.4kAll-time births
📅 Since 197100
How to pronounce Aleksandr
u-lyik-sandr(russian)
/u-lyik-sandr(russian)/ · · 3 syllables
“Defender of the people”
Associated with Alexander the Great · Russia origin
What does Aleksandr mean and where does it come from?
Aleksandr is a Slavic variation of Alexander, which originates from the Greek name Alexandros. It has been a popular name among royals and leaders throughout history, notably associated with Alexander the Great. The name has a rich cultural significance across various countries, particularly in East
Cultural significance
Aleksandr has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Russia-speaking communities, where it reflects values of defender of the people.
Peak popularity
Reached #1999 in 2016 — currently #2734 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Aleksandr?
Aleksandr works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Aleksandr Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Aleksandr Rose
Floral · soft ending
Aleksandr Mae
Sweet · timeless
Aleksandr Claire
French influence · crisp
Aleksandr Jane
Literary · strong
Aleksandr Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Aleksandr right now?
Rising fast — up 367 spots — currently #2734 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Aleksandr
Aleksandr is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1971. With 1,438 total births recorded, Aleksandr remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5298 in 1975 to #2734 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Aleksandr in 2016:
Aleksandr by decade
Aleksandr peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 33 | |
| 1980s | 79 | |
| 1990s | 333 | |
| 2000s | 386 | |
| 2010s ★ | 568 | |
| 2020s | 39 |
With 1,438 total births, Aleksandr is an uncommon but established name.
What are good nicknames for Aleksandr?
ALBANIAN
Skender
BULGARIAN
Sasho
CATALAN
Àlex
CROATIAN
SandiSaša
What names sound and feel like Aleksandr?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Aleksandr also consider these
How is Aleksandr written in other languages?
Aleksander
ALBANIAN
Alexander
ANCIENT GREEK
Iskandar
ARABIC
Aleksandr
ARMENIAN
Alesander
BASQUE
Aliaksandr
BELARUSIAN
Ukrainian), Ալեքսանդր
Armenian
What are the girl versions of Aleksandr?
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 Aleksandr
What does the name Aleksandr mean?
Aleksandr means "Defender of the people" — a name rooted in Russia 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 Aleksandr?
Aleksandr is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Aleksandr have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Aleksandr?
Aleksandr originates from Russia tradition. Russia names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Aleksandr?
Aleksandr pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar Russia heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Aleksandr trending right now?
Aleksandr is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.
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