Aleksandar

Aleksandar is a boy name of Serbian origin, meaning Defender of mankind.

What Aleksandar means

Defender of mankind.

Aleksandar is a long name at 10 letters, which usually means a nickname will appear whether you plan one or not, and ends on a consonant, which gives it a firmer stop. Its 4 vowels give it a flowing rhythm.

Where Aleksandar comes from

Serbian names come from the Slavic tradition, often built on roots meaning peace, glory, or love, and frequently ending in the familiar Slavic suffixes.

Aleksandar is recorded as Serbian in origin. Browse other Serbian names.

How popular is Aleksandar?

Aleksandar does not currently chart in the top 100 boy names. Rankings move constantly, and names can spend decades out of the lists before returning — so this says more about the present moment than about the name itself.

The character of Aleksandar

Aleksandar sits in our strength group. Following that theme is usually the fastest way to find the handful of other names that feel the way this one does.

Themes: Strong

Names like Aleksandar

These share Aleksandar's themes, origin, or both — closest first.

  • Nikola — Victory of the people.
  • Vuk — Wolf.
  • Arthur — Bear; noble and courageous.
  • Atlas — Enduring; the Titan who bears the sky.
  • Ace — The number one; unity and excellence.
  • Achilles — The great warrior hero.
  • Aleksander — Defender of mankind.
  • Alessandro — Defender of mankind.
  • Alessio — Defender.
  • Angus — One strength; unique choice.
  • Archie — Truly bold and brave.
  • Ares — God of war.

More Serbian names

  • Anja — Grace and favor.
  • Dunja — The quince fruit.
  • Dusan — Soul and spirit.
  • Ivana — God is gracious.
  • Jovana — God is gracious.
  • Katarina — Pure.
  • Lazar — God has helped.
  • Luka — Bringer of light.
  • Marko — Warlike; of Mars.
  • Milan — Gracious, dear and loving.