Aleksandar
ah-lek-SAHN-dar
The Story of Aleksandar
This name carries the echoes of ancient Greek heroes and Slavic warriors, a powerful protector's mantle waiting for your son.
Aleksandar is the Slavic form of Alexander, tracing its lineage back to the Greek Alexandros, meaning 'defender of mankind.' It spread throughout Eastern Europe with the influence of empires and the migration of peoples, becoming a popular name for royalty and commoners alike, signifying strength and guardianship across centuries.
Saying 'Aleksandar' feels like grasping a shield. It’s a name with substance, a resonant sound that evokes both strength and intelligence. You can feel its protective quality when you test it, imagining your son embracing its meaning as he grows. It’s a name that will announce his presence with quiet authority.
What It Means
“A Slavic form of Alexander, derived from the Greek name Alexandros, meaning 'defender of mankind.'”
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Numerology
The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Famous Namesakes
Aleksandar Vučić
Current President of Serbia.
Personality Traits
Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#56 in 2005
Total Births
1,416
First Recorded
1967
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