Boy
Xander
defender of the people
About Xander
Dynamic, sharp, and undeniably modern—this name cuts through the ordinary with remarkable efficiency. Xander delivers instant memorability, a name people won't forget after a single introduction. The strong opening consonant creates immediate impact, while the overall brevity keeps it punchy and contemporary. This choice suits parents who want their son to stand out without resorting to unusual spellings or invented combinations. It's got edge without aggression, uniqueness without being odd. Xander projects confidence and energy, suggesting someone who's comfortable taking the lead. For families seeking a name that's both distinctive and established, with built-in cool factor and cross-cultural recognition, this option deserves serious consideration.
Popularity of the Name Xander
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | #923 | #812 | |||
| 2000 | #927 | #592 | #772 | ||
| 2001 | #754 | #563 | #734 | ||
| 2002 | #544 | #506 | #687 | ||
| 2003 | #234 | #344 | #203 | ||
| 2004 | #260 | #331 | #252 | ||
| 2005 | #280 | #299 | #657 | #221 | |
| 2006 | #280 | #341 | #351 | #250 | |
| 2007 | #282 | #407 | #283 | #798 | #234 |
| 2008 | #268 | #353 | #208 | ||
| 2009 | #245 | #339 | #314 | #195 | |
| 2010 | #253 | #318 | #277 | #216 | |
| 2011 | #205 | #326 | #191 | #918 | #222 |
| 2012 | #216 | #280 | #299 | #199 | |
| 2013 | #220 | #277 | #323 | #200 | |
| 2014 | #211 | #278 | #343 | #710 | #236 |
| 2015 | #206 | #272 | #327 | #551 | #198 |
| 2016 | #201 | #270 | #301 | #217 | |
| 2017 | #164 | #202 | #348 | #212 | |
| 2018 | #171 | #186 | #235 | #409 | #213 |
| 2019 | #169 | #176 | #262 | #890 | #239 |
| 2020 | #187 | #196 | #303 | #525 | #265 |
| 2021 | #187 | #171 | #280 | #599 | #291 |
| 2022 | #200 | #176 | #306 | #734 | #239 |
| 2023 | #215 | #178 | #248 | #419 | #318 |
| 2024 | #215 | #195 | #314 | #625 | #294 |
| 2025 | #259 | #231 | #429 | #549 | #411 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Xander
Names Similar to Xander
Nicknames for Xander
- Alex
- Zan
- Xan
- Andy
Famous People Named Xander
| Alexander the Great | Macedonian king and military leader |
| Alexander Graham Bell | Inventor of the telephone |
| Alexander Hamilton | Founding Father of the United States |
| Alexander Fleming | Scottish biologist and discoverer of penicillin |
| Alexander McQueen | British fashion designer |
| Alexander Skarsgård | Swedish actor |
| Alexander Ovechkin | Russian professional ice hockey player |
| Alexander Calder | American sculptor and artist |
| Alexander Wang | American fashion designer |
| Alexander Pope | English poet |
| Alexander Ludwig | Canadian actor |
| Alexander Siddig | Sudanese-British actor |
| Alexander Payne | American film director and screenwriter |
| Alexander Kerensky | Russian political leader |
| Alexander Haig | American military officer and politician |
| Alexander Litvinenko | Russian dissident and former intelligence officer |
| Alexander Rossi | American racing driver |
| Alexander Vinokourov | Kazakhstani former professional road cyclist |
| Alexander Knox | Canadian actor and author |
| Alexander Dreymon | German actor |
Characters Named Xander
| Xander Harris | Character from the TV show "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" |
| Xander Cage | Protagonist of the film series "xXx" |
| Xander Bly | Character from the book series "The Mortal Instruments" |
| Xander Crews | Character from the animated series "Frisky Dingo" |
| Xander Berkeley | Character from the TV show "24" |
| Xander Payne | Character from the video game "Alan Wake" |
| Xander Beck | Character from the TV show "Chuck" |
| Xander Drax | Villain in the movie "The Rocketeer" |