Lisandro

Boy Name #1,746 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Syllables

Liberator of men, with classical grace

Spanish Latin American Italian

Elegant Sophisticated Bold Traditional Literary

Meaning & Origin

"liberator of men"

Origin: Greek

Language: English

"one who frees men"

Origin: Greek (lysis + aner)

Language: Greek

The Story of Lisandro

Lisandro is the Spanish and Italian form of Lysander, derived from the Greek Lysandros, composed of lysis meaning liberation or release and aner/andros meaning man. Together it means liberator of men. In classical antiquity, Lysander was a celebrated Spartan admiral who defeated Athens in the Peloponnesian War (404 BC). Shakespeare used the name for a romantic hero in A Midsummer Night's Dream.

Lisandro has been consistently popular in Argentina and other South American countries, where it often appears in the top baby name charts. It offers the melodic quality of Alejandro or Alessandro with a distinctive, less common sound.

The name carries both classical Greek heritage (the Spartan admiral Lysander) and Shakespearean romantic associations. In South America, particularly Argentina, Lisandro has been a beloved traditional name for generations.

Fun Facts

Lysander, the Spartan admiral, was one of the key figures in Athens' defeat in the Peloponnesian War in 404 BC
Shakespeare's Lysander in A Midsummer Night's Dream is one of the most romantic leading men in Western literature

Lisandro in Other Languages

Greek Lysandros

Italian Lisandro

Spanish Lisandro

Portuguese Lisandro

Famous People Named Lisandro

Lisandro Martinez

Athlete

1998

Argentine professional footballer who plays for Manchester United and the Argentina national team

Lysander Fictional

Other

The romantic hero of Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream, a young Athenian in love with Hermia

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3
Popularity Rank: #1,746
Total SSA Count: 94
Cultural Origins: Spanish Latin American Italian
Pronunciation: Moderate
Formality: Formal
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Common Nicknames

Lis Sandro Lisan

Pairs Well With

Lisandro Gabriel Lisandro Mateo Lisandro Sebastian Lisandro Emilio Lisandro Antonio Lisandro Felipe

Sibling Names

Valentina Camila Matteo Rafael Lucia Emilio

Also a Girl Name

Lisandro is also used as a girl name, ranked #50143.

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Similar Names

Alexander Leon Alejandro Leonardo Alejandra Leandro Alexandre Landry

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lisandro

What does the name Lisandro mean?

"liberator of men" (from Greek). "one who frees men" (from Greek (lysis + aner)). Lisandro is the Spanish and Italian form of Lysander, derived from the Greek Lysandros, composed of lysis meaning liberation or release and aner/andros meaning man. Together it means liberator of men. In classical antiquity, Lysander was a celebrated Spartan admiral who defeated Athens in the Peloponnesian War (404 BC). Shakespeare used the name for a romantic hero in A Midsummer Night's Dream.

What is the origin of the name Lisandro?

Lisandro has Greek, Greek (lysis + aner), Spanish, Latin American, and Italian origins. In Greek, it means "liberator of men". In Greek (lysis + aner), it means "one who frees men".

Is Lisandro a boy or girl name?

Lisandro is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1746. As a girl name, it is ranked #50143. Lisandro is more commonly used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Lisandro?

Lisandro is currently ranked #1746 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Lisandro?

Common nicknames for Lisandro include Lis, Sandro, and Lisan.

What are good middle names for Lisandro?

Popular middle name pairings include Lisandro Gabriel, Lisandro Mateo, Lisandro Sebastian, Lisandro Emilio, Lisandro Antonio, and Lisandro Felipe.

What are good sibling names for Lisandro?

Names that pair well with Lisandro as siblings include Valentina, Camila, Matteo, Rafael, Lucia, and Emilio.

How many syllables does Lisandro have?

Lisandro has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Lisandro a common or rare name?

Lisandro is an uncommon name, ranked #1746 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Lisandro

Lisandro is a boy name with Spanish, Latin American, and Italian origins . The name means "liberator of men" in Greek .

Is Lisandro a boy or girl name? Lisandro is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,746 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #50,143. Lisandro is more commonly used as a boy name.

Lisandro is currently ranked #1,746 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Lisandro has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Lisandro include Lis, Sandro, and Lisan. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.