Aleksandr
Aleksandr: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Aleksandr
- A transliteration of the Russian male given name Алекса́ндр (Aleksándr)
Etymology
Borrowed from Russian Алекса́ндр (Aleksándr).
How popular is Aleksandr?
Since 1880, 1,675 boys in the U.S. have been named Aleksandr. Its highest rank for boys was #1992 in 2016. In 2025, 44 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Sibling name ideas for Aleksandr
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Aleksandr FAQ
What does the name Aleksandr mean?
A transliteration of the Russian male given name Алекса́ндр (Aleksándr) Borrowed from Russian Алекса́ндр (Aleksándr).
What is the origin of the name Aleksandr?
Aleksandr is listed as a name of Russian origin.
How popular is the name Aleksandr?
Since 1880, 1,675 boys in the U.S. have been named Aleksandr. Its highest rank for boys was #1992 in 2016. In 2025, 44 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Aleksandr a boy or girl name?
Aleksandr is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 1,675 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.