Boy Name · Greek Origin
Alexander
Alexander is a boy baby name of Greek origin, meaning "Defender of the people". It currently sits in the Top 250 tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Alexander often also consider Aleksander.
Alexander meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Defender of the people
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Alexander to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Alexander as A·L·E·X·A·N·D·E·R, with 9 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Alexander is a popular favorite that still feels personal in the Top 250 tier.
Alexander variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Alexandera, Alexandere, Alexandery, Alexande.
- Nicknames: Alexa and A.
- Middle names: Pair Alexander with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Alexander middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Aleksander, Alexandre, Alexandra, Alejandra, Alexandros — full picks on the sibling names for Alexander guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Alexander? Browse our names like Alexander guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Alexander
What does the name Alexander mean?
Alexander means "Defender of the people" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Alexander?
Alexander originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Alexander?
Alexander has 9 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Alexander a boy's or girl's name?
Alexander is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Alexander in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Alexander sits in the Top 250 tier — a popular favorite that still feels personal.
What names are similar to Alexander?
Names that share Alexander's sound and style include Aleksander, Alexandre, Alexandra, Alejandra, Alexandros.
What middle names pair well with Alexander?
Good middle-name fits for Alexander pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Alexander is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Alexander is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Alexander?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Alexander share its rhythm without rhyming — Aleksander, Alexandre, Alexandra all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.