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Alexxander
Pronounced al-ig-ZAN-dur /æl.ɪɡˈzæn.dər/Medium
Meaning: A modern respelling of Alexander, from the Greek Alexandros, 'defender of the people.' The double-x is a contemporary stylistic touch. A grand classic in fresh dress.Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Alexxander is a contemporary respelling of Alexander, the Greek Alexandros, 'defender of the people.' The doubled x is a modern flourish; underneath sits the whole storied Alexander heritage (said 'al-ig-ZAN-dur').
In the U.S. it appears only very recently and rarely, against the very common Alexander. Rare respelling, grand, and modern.
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What does the name Alexxander mean?
Alexxander is a modern respelling of Alexander, from the Greek for 'defender of the people.'
How do you pronounce Alexxander?
It's said al-ig-ZAN-dur /æl.ɪɡˈzæn.dər/ - four syllables, stress on the third.
Is Alexxander a boy or girl name?
Alexxander is used as a boy's name.
How popular is Alexxander?
Alexxander is a rare respelling in the U.S., against the very common Alexander.