Alexander

Meaning & origin

Alexander is a masculine given name of Greek origin (Ἀλέξανδρος, Aléxandros), meaning "defender of men" or "protector of mankind," made famous by Alexander the Great. Depending on tradition, the feast day is celebrated on either February 26 or May 3.

First names similar to Alexander

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Famous people with the first name Alexander

• Alexander the Great American boxer
• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Canadian basketball player
• Sasha Alexander American film and television actress
• Trent Alexander-Arnold English footballer
• Alexander Pushkin Writer
• Alexander McQueen British fashion designer
• Peter Alexander (journalist) Person
• Alexander Graham Bell Scientist
• Alexander Soros American philanthropist

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