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AleksanderChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Defender of the people

Pronunciation: al-ex-AN-der

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Name
Aleksander
Meaning
Defender of the people
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
al-ex-AN-der
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
(Sunday)
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Aleksander mean?

Aleksander is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Defender of the people". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: al-ex-AN-der. Lucky number: 3. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Αλέξανδρος

Αλέξανδρος, ο Θεός αλεξτήρ

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

al-ex-AN-der

IPA

/ˌælɛkˈsændər/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Aleksander is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Defender of the people. Category: Saint.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

(Sunday)

Lucky Colors

GoldRed

Lucky Stone

(Ruby)

Life Path Number

4

Numerology meaning: Stable and practical with a strong sense of duty.

Personality

Personality Traits

StrongBraveDeterminedC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Carrier of the divine will and protector of others.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Aleksander has been historically significant in various cultures beyond its Christian origins. It has been popularized in many places, including Eastern Europe and Russia, where it was common among ruling families and noblemen. In contemporary times, it remains a popular name in many Eastern European and Slavic countries.
For Christians, the name Aleksander, with its roots in the Greek Saint Alexander, signifies bravery and defense of one's faith. The name inspires strength and courage to stand firm in beliefs and to stand up for others. Saint Alexander, who was renowned for his unwavering faith in the face of persecution, offers a powerful spiritual example for those who bear this name. The name is a reminder of the importance of standing strong against adversity and staying true to one's spiritual and moral convictions.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Aleksander was a common name in Poland and Russia The name Aleksander carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

19th century

Historical records show that Aleksander was also used in other European countries The name Aleksander carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

Middle Ages

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Alexander Graham BellAlexander the GreatAlexander Skarsgård

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Aleksander

Defender of the people, Protector of mankind

🇮🇱Hebrew

אלכסנדר

אלוהים מגן ומשמר את האדם

🇬🇷Greek

Αλέξανδρος

Αλέξανδρος, ο Θεός αλεξτήρ

🇮🇹Latin

Alexander

Defensor hominum, Tutator

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