gender neutral
Alexander
defender of the people, protector of mankind
About Alexander
A timeless classic that has graced royalty, leaders, and scholars throughout history, this name embodies nobility and intellectual prowess. Alexander seamlessly transitions from the playground to the boardroom, offering remarkable versatility with nicknames like Alex, Xander, or Lex. The name's elegant four-syllable rhythm creates a sophisticated sound that commands respect without pretension. Its enduring popularity across cultures and generations speaks to its universal appeal and staying power. Alexander provides a strong foundation for any personality type, whether your child becomes an artist, scientist, athlete, or entrepreneur. The name's literary and historical associations add depth and gravitas, while its contemporary usage keeps it fresh and relevant.
Popularity of the Name Alexander
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #73 | ||||
| 1881 | #71 | ||||
| 1882 | #79 | ||||
| 1883 | #80 | ||||
| 1884 | #76 | ||||
| 1885 | #78 | ||||
| 1886 | #83 | ||||
| 1887 | #87 | ||||
| 1888 | #82 | ||||
| 1889 | #93 | ||||
| 1890 | #85 | ||||
| 1891 | #95 | ||||
| 1892 | #95 | ||||
| 1893 | #83 | ||||
| 1894 | #95 | ||||
| 1895 | #97 | ||||
| 1896 | #87 | ||||
| 1897 | #103 | ||||
| 1898 | #106 | ||||
| 1899 | #97 | ||||
| 1900 | #93 | #27 | |||
| 1901 | #102 | #15 | |||
| 1902 | #93 | #24 | |||
| 1903 | #100 | #21 | |||
| 1904 | #103 | #27 | |||
| 1905 | #103 | #19 | |||
| 1906 | #105 | #20 | |||
| 1907 | #92 | #21 | |||
| 1908 | #104 | #31 | |||
| 1909 | #107 | #18 | |||
| 1910 | #101 | #31 | |||
| 1911 | #94 | #28 | |||
| 1912 | #97 | #25 | |||
| 1913 | #98 | #32 | |||
| 1914 | #98 | #32 | |||
| 1915 | #103 | #33 | |||
| 1916 | #99 | #31 | |||
| 1917 | #97 | #26 | |||
| 1918 | #104 | #35 | |||
| 1919 | #113 | #31 | |||
| 1920 | #117 | #35 | |||
| 1921 | #116 | #36 | |||
| 1922 | #125 | #40 | |||
| 1923 | #129 | #34 | |||
| 1924 | #129 | #34 | |||
| 1925 | #137 | #39 | |||
| 1926 | #146 | #50 | |||
| 1927 | #146 | #47 | |||
| 1928 | #152 | #39 | |||
| 1929 | #156 | #42 | |||
| 1930 | #168 | #44 | |||
| 1931 | #172 | #45 | |||
| 1932 | #178 | #62 | |||
| 1933 | #187 | #41 | |||
| 1934 | #200 | #46 | |||
| 1935 | #186 | #40 | |||
| 1936 | #200 | #40 | |||
| 1937 | #191 | #56 | |||
| 1938 | #193 | #45 | |||
| 1939 | #186 | #58 | |||
| 1940 | #188 | #61 | |||
| 1941 | #184 | #62 | |||
| 1942 | #184 | #63 | |||
| 1943 | #178 | #63 | |||
| 1944 | #183 | #63 | |||
| 1945 | #178 | #63 | |||
| 1946 | #188 | #67 | |||
| 1947 | #190 | #64 | |||
| 1948 | #183 | #74 | |||
| 1949 | #180 | #69 | |||
| 1950 | #189 | #70 | |||
| 1951 | #190 | #86 | |||
| 1952 | #186 | #75 | |||
| 1953 | #195 | #85 | |||
| 1954 | #200 | #72 | |||
| 1955 | #208 | #76 | |||
| 1956 | #211 | #77 | |||
| 1957 | #212 | #84 | |||
| 1958 | #220 | #85 | |||
| 1959 | #233 | #87 | |||
| 1960 | #232 | #89 | |||
| 1961 | #223 | #93 | |||
| 1962 | #221 | #96 | |||
| 1963 | #214 | #87 | |||
| 1964 | #212 | #98 | #116 | ||
| 1965 | #191 | #101 | #115 | ||
| 1966 | #182 | #101 | #114 | ||
| 1967 | #178 | #98 | #137 | ||
| 1968 | #154 | #114 | #108 | ||
| 1969 | #150 | #101 | #135 | ||
| 1970 | #137 | #102 | #157 | ||
| 1971 | #134 | #100 | #120 | ||
| 1972 | #129 | #115 | #143 | ||
| 1973 | #116 | #102 | #145 | ||
| 1974 | #112 | #116 | #127 | ||
| 1975 | #105 | #106 | #131 | ||
| 1976 | #107 | #89 | #146 | ||
| 1977 | #96 | #96 | #154 | ||
| 1978 | #98 | #83 | #134 | ||
| 1979 | #94 | #81 | #150 | ||
| 1980 | #91 | #75 | #135 | ||
| 1981 | #70 | #78 | #133 | ||
| 1982 | #65 | #57 | #131 | ||
| 1983 | #63 | #54 | #152 | ||
| 1984 | #54 | #45 | #141 | ||
| 1985 | #50 | #53 | #127 | ||
| 1986 | #41 | #41 | #145 | ||
| 1987 | #37 | #35 | #128 | ||
| 1988 | #34 | #29 | #106 | ||
| 1989 | #32 | #34 | #116 | ||
| 1990 | #28 | #38 | #105 | ||
| 1991 | #26 | #25 | #113 | #19 | |
| 1992 | #23 | #20 | #87 | #17 | |
| 1993 | #21 | #21 | #86 | #14 | |
| 1994 | #22 | #19 | #79 | #14 | |
| 1995 | #21 | #21 | #77 | #11 | |
| 1996 | #22 | #20 | #83 | #12 | |
| 1997 | #22 | #15 | #21 | #82 | #16 |
| 1998 | #22 | #18 | #24 | #75 | #11 |
| 1999 | #21 | #21 | #25 | #68 | #12 |
| 2000 | #20 | #21 | #25 | #72 | #16 |
| 2001 | #20 | #20 | #24 | #65 | #16 |
| 2002 | #15 | #21 | #24 | #56 | #14 |
| 2003 | #16 | #20 | #27 | #49 | #14 |
| 2004 | #15 | #22 | #22 | #59 | #10 |
| 2005 | #13 | #23 | #21 | #47 | #11 |
| 2006 | #12 | #23 | #23 | #56 | #11 |
| 2007 | #11 | #24 | #20 | #56 | #18 |
| 2008 | #6 | #18 | #22 | #45 | #13 |
| 2009 | #4 | #19 | #19 | #50 | #12 |
| 2010 | #6 | #18 | #21 | #51 | #12 |
| 2011 | #8 | #21 | #27 | #49 | #13 |
| 2012 | #9 | #24 | #26 | #54 | #14 |
| 2013 | #8 | #23 | #28 | #39 | #14 |
| 2014 | #8 | #19 | #13 | #37 | #15 |
| 2015 | #8 | #20 | #19 | #46 | #16 |
| 2016 | #11 | #20 | #30 | #49 | #19 |
| 2017 | #13 | #21 | #24 | #39 | #18 |
| 2018 | #11 | #21 | #25 | #32 | #18 |
| 2019 | #10 | #22 | #24 | #37 | #23 |
| 2020 | #10 | #25 | #32 | #41 | #25 |
| 2021 | #13 | #24 | #35 | #43 | #28 |
| 2022 | #17 | #27 | #42 | #40 | #30 |
| 2023 | #22 | #30 | #33 | #50 | #33 |
| 2024 | #27 | #30 | #42 | #46 | #37 |
| 2025 | #30 | #34 | #41 | #58 | #42 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Alexander
Names Similar to Alexander
Nicknames for Alexander
- Alex
- Al
- Xander
- Lex
Famous People Named Alexander
| Alexander the Great | Ancient Macedonian king |
| Alexander Hamilton | American statesman and founding father |
| Alexander Graham Bell | Scottish inventor of the telephone |
| Alexander Fleming | Scottish biologist and discoverer of penicillin |
| Alexander Pope | English poet |
| Alexander McQueen | British fashion designer |
| Alexander Skarsgård | Swedish actor |
| Alexander Ovechkin | Russian ice hockey player |
| Alexander Wang | American fashion designer |
| Alexander Calder | American sculptor |
Characters Named Alexander
| Alexander the Great | from historical and mythological accounts |
| Alexander "Xander" Harris | from the TV show "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" |
| Alexander "Alex" DeLarge | from the book and film "A Clockwork Orange" |
| Alexander "Alex" Karev | from the TV show "Grey's Anatomy" |
| Alexander "Alex" Rider | from the book series "Alex Rider" by Anthony Horowitz |
| Alexander "Alex" Murphy | from the film "RoboCop" |
| Alexander "Lex" Luthor | from DC Comics |
| Alexander "Alex" Krycek | from the TV show "The X-Files" |
| Alexander "Alex" Russo | from the TV show "Wizards of Waverly Place" |
| Alexander "Alex" Forrest | from the film "Fatal Attraction" |