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Alexandros

/ ah-leh-KSAN-dros /

Boy greek 4 syllables

Meaning

Alexandros means Defender of the people (greek).

Gender

Boy

Origin

greek

Pronunciation

ah-leh-KSAN-dros

Popularity

#2644 · U.S. boys (2025)

Popularity of Alexandros in the US, 1880–2025

Alexandros first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2007, when 60 boys were given the name.

Source: US Social Security Administration.

Is Alexandros popular?

Steady Alexandros has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2007.

US babies given the name Alexandros, by decade
2020s		226
2010s		420
2000s		401
1990s		345
1980s		222
1970s		144
1960s		17

Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.

What does Alexandros mean?

Greek Alexandros, from 'alexo' ('to defend, help') and 'aner/andros' ('man'), i.e. 'defender of men/people'. Borne by Alexander the Great.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Alexandros mean?

Alexandros means Defender of the people. Greek Alexandros, from 'alexo' ('to defend, help') and 'aner/andros' ('man'), i.e. 'defender of men/people'. Borne by Alexander the Great.

What is the origin of the name Alexandros?

Alexandros is of greek origin.

How do you pronounce Alexandros?

Alexandros is pronounced “ah-leh-KSAN-dros.”

Is Alexandros a boy or a girl name?

Alexandros is most commonly used as a boy name.

Is Alexandros a popular name right now?

Alexandros has held fairly steady over the past decade, after peaking in 2007.

How popular is the name Alexandros?

In 2025, Alexandros ranked #2644 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.

When was the name Alexandros most popular?

Alexandros was most popular in 2007, when about 60 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.

What names are similar to Alexandros?

Names similar to Alexandros include Sirius, Nikolaos, Christos, Dimitrios, Konstantin.

What names go well with Alexandros?

greek names that pair well with Alexandros include Christopher, Cynthia, Andrew, Helen, Timothy.