Alexander is a male given name of Greek origin, meaning “defender of the people” or “protector of mankind”. The name comes from the Greek name “Alexandros”, which is composed of the words “alexo” (to defend or protect) and “aner” (man).
The name Alexander has been popular for centuries, and has been borne by many famous figures throughout history, including Alexander the Great, Alexander Hamilton, and Alexander Graham Bell. It remains a popular name in many parts of the world today.
In addition to the full name Alexander, there are also many common nicknames and variations of the name, such as Alex, Alec, Xander, and Sasha.
