Lysander
Lysander first appears in US records in 1931. It peaked in 2025, when 95 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 95.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Lysander popular?
Near its peak Lysander is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 256 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 301 | |
| 2000s | 151 | |
| 1990s | 5 | |
| 1980s | 21 | |
| 1970s | 38 | |
| 1960s | 15 | |
| 1950s | 6 | |
| 1930s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Lysander mean?
Lysander means “liberator” or “releaser of men” in Greek.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lysander mean?
Lysander means Liberator. Lysander means “liberator” or “releaser of men” in Greek.
What is the origin of the name Lysander?
Lysander is of Greek origin.
How do you pronounce Lysander?
Lysander is pronounced “ly-SAN-der.”
Is Lysander a boy or a girl name?
Lysander is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Lysander a popular name right now?
Lysander is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Lysander?
In 2025, Lysander ranked #1719 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Lysander most popular?
Lysander was most popular in 2025, when about 95 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Lysander?
Names similar to Lysander include Cosmo, Dimitrios, Christos, Sirius, Alexandros.
What names go well with Lysander?
Greek names that pair well with Lysander include Christopher, Cynthia, Andrew, Helen, Timothy.