Aleksandr
Meaning: Substantial and resonant, a name of determined spirit, as expressed through the name Aleksandr
Origin: Spanish
Gender: Boy
Rank in Finland: #431
Total: 623
History: Aleksandr has been present in Finland through its Russian connections. The Russian form of Alexander carries Pushkin and Solzhenitsyn — giants of Russian literature studied in Finnish universities. Aleksandr represents the Russian cultural influence that seeps across Finland's eastern border.
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| Current rank (2020) | #455 |
| Babies named Aleksandr in 2020 | 71 |
| Total recorded in Finland | 4,801 |
| Peak year | 1980 (1,485 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #68 |
| Years in records | 1920–2020 (11 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Aleksandr
What does the name Aleksandr mean?
Aleksandr means “Substantial and resonant, a name of determined spirit, as expressed through the name Aleksandr” from Spanish roots.
What is the origin of the name Aleksandr?
Aleksandr has Spanish origin. The traditional meaning is “Substantial and resonant, a name of determined spirit, as expressed through the name Aleksandr”.
How popular is Aleksandr in Finland?
Aleksandr ranked #455 in Finland in 2020 — given to 71 babies that year.
When was Aleksandr most popular?
Aleksandr peaked in 1980 with 1,485 babies registered that year in Finland.
Is Aleksandr a boy or girl name?
Aleksandr is predominantly a boys' name in Finland — over 90% of Aleksandrs in registered births are male.
How long has Aleksandr been recorded in Finland?
Aleksandr appears in birth records in Finland across 11 years — from 1920 through 2020.