Alexander
Meaning: Defender of the people
Origin: Greek — from alexein (to defend) + aner/andros (man)
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #28
Total births: 20,780
History: Alexander surged in the 2000s as classic names gained prestige in Australia. The name carries ambition and leadership — qualities Australian parents aspire to for their sons. Alexander represents the trend toward more formal naming in a country famous for abbreviating everything.
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| Current rank (2025) | #22 |
| Babies named Alexander in 2025 | 222 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 20,780 |
| Peak year | 1992 (673 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #8 |
| Years in records | 1952–2025 (71 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 11 spots |
Frequently asked about Alexander
What does the name Alexander mean?
Alexander means “Defender of the people” from Greek — from alexein (to defend) + aner/andros (man) roots.
What is the origin of the name Alexander?
Alexander has Greek — from alexein (to defend) + aner/andros (man) origin. The traditional meaning is “Defender of the people”.
How popular is Alexander in Australia?
Alexander ranked #22 in Australia in 2025 — given to 222 babies that year.
When was Alexander most popular?
Alexander peaked in 1992 with 673 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Alexander a boy or girl name?
Alexander is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Alexanders in registered births are male.
Is the name Alexander rising or falling in popularity?
Alexander has fallen 11 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #11 in 2020 to #22 in 2025.
How long has Alexander been recorded in Australia?
Alexander appears in birth records in Australia across 71 years — from 1952 through 2025.