"defender of men"
Origin: Greek
Language: French
Alexandre
Pronunciation: [ al-ihks-AHND-er ]
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"protector of mankind"
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The Story of Alexandre
Alexandre is the French and Portuguese form of Alexander, derived from the ancient Greek Alexandros, composed of alexein (to defend, to protect) and aner/andros (man). The name became one of the most widespread in Western history through Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), who conquered an empire stretching from Greece to India and spread Greek culture across the ancient world.
Alexandre has been a perennial top name in France, Belgium, Portugal, and Brazil for centuries. In the US, it appeals to families with French or Francophone heritage who want the sophistication of the French spelling over the English Alexander.
The name carries the legacy of Alexander the Great, arguably history's greatest military commander. Alexandre Dumas, the French author of The Three Musketeers and The Count of Monte Cristo, is perhaps the most celebrated literary bearer of the French form.
Historical Record
Alexandre first appeared in US Social Security records in 1954.
Over 5,155 babies have been named Alexandre in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Alexandre is past its peak , currently ranked #2,114 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Alexandre Dumas wrote The Three Musketeers and The Count of Monte Cristo, two of the most widely read French novels ever
- Alexandre the Great created one of the largest empires in ancient history and founded over 20 cities named Alexandria
Alexandre in Other Languages
Greek
Alexandros
French
Alexandre
Italian
Alessandro
Russian
Alexandr
Spanish
Alejandro
Portuguese
Alexandre
Popularity Over Time
#2,114
Current Rank
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Trend
Peaked 1993
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Alexandre
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Alexandre Lacazette
Athlete
1991
French professional footballer who played for Arsenal and Olympique Lyonnais
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Alexandre Dumas
Writer
1802
French novelist who wrote The Three Musketeers and The Count of Monte Cristo, among the most widely read French novels i...
French novelist who wrote The Three Musketeers and The Count of Monte Cristo, among the most widely read French novels in history
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #2,114
- Total SSA Count
- 71
- Cultural Origins
- French Portuguese Spanish Greek Belgian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Alex
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Lex
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Frequently Asked Questions About Alexandre
What does the name Alexandre mean?
"defender of men" (from Greek). "protector of mankind" (from Greek). Alexandre is the French and Portuguese form of Alexander, derived from the ancient Greek Alexandros, composed of alexein (to defend, to protect) and aner/andros (man). The name became one of the most widespread in Western history through Alexander the Great (356-323 BC), who conquered an empire stretching from Greece to India and spread Greek culture across the ancient world.
What is the origin of the name Alexandre?
Alexandre has Greek, French, Portuguese, Spanish, and Belgian origins. In Greek, it means "defender of men". In Greek, it means "protector of mankind".
Is Alexandre a boy or girl name?
Alexandre is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2114. As a girl name, it is ranked #58179. Alexandre is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Alexandre?
Alexandre is pronounced al-ihks-AHND-er.
How popular is the name Alexandre?
Alexandre is currently ranked #2114 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Alexandre?
Common nicknames for Alexandre include Alex, Xander, Sandro, and Lex.
What are good middle names for Alexandre?
Popular middle name pairings include Alexandre Pierre, Alexandre Louis, Alexandre Henri, Alexandre Emile, Alexandre Gustave, Alexandre Charles, and Alexandre Remi.
What are good sibling names for Alexandre?
Names that pair well with Alexandre as siblings include Isabelle, Clemence, Margaux, Julien, Gaston, and Eloise.
How many syllables does Alexandre have?
Alexandre has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Alexandre a common or rare name?
Alexandre is an uncommon name, ranked #2114 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Alexandre
Alexandre is a boy name with French, Portuguese, Spanish, Greek, and Belgian origins . The name means "defender of men" in Greek .
Is Alexandre a boy or girl name? Alexandre is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,114 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #58,179. Alexandre is more commonly used as a boy name.
Alexandre is currently ranked #2,114 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Alexandre has 4 syllables and is pronounced al-ihks-AHND-er, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Alexandre include Alex, Xander, Sandro, and Lex. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Alexandre include Alexander, Alex, Alexis, Alexande, Alexzander . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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