Lysander

Lysander: name meaning, origin and popularity

Boy nameGreek origin

Meaning and origin of Lysander

  • A male given name.

Etymology

From Ancient Greek Λῠ́σᾰνδρος (Lŭ́săndros).

How popular is Lysander?

95U.S. babies in 2025
#1719peak rank (2025)
798babies since 1880

Since 1880, 798 boys in the U.S. have been named Lysander. Its highest rank for boys was #1719 in 2025. In 2025, 95 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Lysander FAQ

What does the name Lysander mean?

A male given name. From Ancient Greek Λῠ́σᾰνδρος (Lŭ́săndros).

What is the origin of the name Lysander?

Lysander is listed as a name of Greek origin.

How popular is the name Lysander?

Since 1880, 798 boys in the U.S. have been named Lysander. Its highest rank for boys was #1719 in 2025. In 2025, 95 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.

Is Lysander a boy or girl name?

Lysander is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 798 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.