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Alexandru

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Pronounced ah-lek-SAHN-droo /ˌɑː.lɛkˈsɑːn.dru/Medium

Meaning: Alexandru is the Romanian form of Alexander, from the Greek Alexandros, 'defender of the people' (alexein, 'to defend,' plus aner/andros, 'man'). It is a mainstay name in Romania.Medium

In 30 seconds: The Romanian Alexander: Alexandru means 'defender of the people' (said 'ah-lek-SAHN-droo').
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Origin MediumRomanian, Greek
MeaningAlexandru is the Romanian form of Alexander, from the Greek Alexandros, 'defender of the people' (alexein, 'to defend,' plus aner/andros, 'man'). It is a mainstay name in Romania.
U.S. rank (2025)#8279 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births9 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2006
Total births (all-time)≈ 609

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 200619812025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Alexandru is the Romanian form of Alexander, from the Greek Alexandros, 'defender of the people.' It has long been a leading name in Romania, carried by princes and commoners. It travels with Romanian families abroad (said 'ah-lek-SAHN-droo').

It appears only rarely for boys in the U.S., against very heavy use of Alexander. Classic, and Romanian in heritage.

Did you know? Alexandru is Romania's form of Alexander — 'defender of the people' — a national classic borne by rulers and everyday families alike (said 'ah-lek-SAHN-droo').
Overall data confidence 60%
References — Alexandru — Romanian form of Alexander; Greek 'defender of the people'

Variations

AlexanderAlejandroAleksander

Nicknames

AlexSandu

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If you like Alexandru…

Alexander— the classic Alexandru forms
Alejandro— a like Romance Alexander
Aleksandr— a like Slavic Alexander
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Andru— another Greek name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Alexandru mean?

Alexandru is the Romanian form of Alexander, Greek for 'defender of the people.'

How do you pronounce Alexandru?

It's said ah-lek-SAHN-droo /ˌɑː.lɛkˈsɑːn.dru/ — four syllables, stress on the third.

Is Alexandru a boy or girl name?

Alexandru is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Alexandru?

Alexandru is rare for boys in the U.S., though a top name in Romania.

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