Boy Name · Greek Origin
Xander
Xander is a boy baby name of Greek origin, meaning "Defender of the people". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Xander often also consider Xavier.
Xander meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Defender of the people
Origin: Greek naming roots help connect Xander to related Greek baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Xander as X·A·N·D·E·R, with 6 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Xander is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Xander variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Xandera, Xandere, Xandery, Xande.
- Nicknames: Xan and X.
- Middle names: Pair Xander with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Xander middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Xavier, Ximena pair naturally with Xander.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Xander
What does the name Xander mean?
Xander means "Defender of the people" and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of Xander?
Xander originates in Greek naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Xander?
Xander has 6 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Xander a boy's or girl's name?
Xander is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Xander in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Xander sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Xander?
Names that share Xander's sound and style include Xavier, Ximena.
What middle names pair well with Xander?
Good middle-name fits for Xander pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Xander is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Xander is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Xander?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Xander share its rhythm without rhyming — Xavier, Ximena all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.