"Defender of men; protector of people"
Origin: Greek via Turkish/Persian
Language: Turkish
Iskender
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A distinctive 3-syllable boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Iskender first appeared in US Social Security records in 2019.
Over 27 babies have been named Iskender in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Iskender is a new entry on the US charts , currently ranked #27,653 for boy names in the US .
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Famous People Named Iskender
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Iskender Pasha
Ottoman statesman
1530
Ottoman Grand Vizier of Albanian origin who served under Suleiman the Magnificent
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Alexander the Great
Conqueror and King
356
King of Macedonia who created one of the largest empires in ancient history; known as Iskender in Turkish tradition
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #27,653
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- Turkish Persian Central Asian Muslim
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Isk
Isko
Isken
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Frequently Asked Questions About Iskender
What does the name Iskender mean?
"Defender of men; protector of people" (from Greek via Turkish/Persian)
What is the origin of the name Iskender?
Iskender has Greek via Turkish/Persian, Turkish, Persian, Central Asian, and Muslim origins. In Greek via Turkish/Persian, it means "Defender of men; protector of people".
Is Iskender a boy or girl name?
Iskender is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Iskender?
Iskender is currently ranked #27653 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Iskender?
Common nicknames for Iskender include Isk, Isko, and Isken.
What are good middle names for Iskender?
Popular middle name pairings include Iskender Demir, Iskender Kaan, Iskender Yilmaz, and Iskender Emir.
What are good sibling names for Iskender?
Names that pair well with Iskender as siblings include Timur, Suleiman, Kemal, and Orhan.
How many syllables does Iskender have?
Iskender has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Iskender a common or rare name?
Iskender is an uncommon name, ranked #27653 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Iskender
Iskender is a boy name with Turkish, Persian, Central Asian, and Muslim origins . The name means "Defender of men; protector of people" in Greek via Turkish/Persian .
Iskender is currently ranked #27,653 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Iskender has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Iskender include Isk, Isko, and Isken. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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