Alexander
Meaning: Rich in vowels, giving it a singing quality — the name Alexander embodies this quality
Origin: Greek — from alexein (to defend) + aner/andros (man)
Gender: Unisex
Rank in Finland: #189
Total: 3,301
History: Alexander surged in the 2000s in Finland, used in its full international form rather than the Finnish Aleksanteri. Tsar Alexander I granted Finland autonomy in 1809, and Alexander II is honored with a statue in Helsinki's Senate Square. Alexander represents Finland's complex Russian imperial history.
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| Current rank (2024) | #48 |
| Babies named Alexander in 2024 | 9 |
| Total recorded in Finland | 17,735 |
| Peak year | 1990 (4,459 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #17 |
| Years in records | 1910–2024 (14 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Alexander
What does the name Alexander mean?
Alexander means “Rich in vowels, giving it a singing quality — the name Alexander embodies this quality” 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 “Rich in vowels, giving it a singing quality — the name Alexander embodies this quality”.
How popular is Alexander in Finland?
Alexander ranked #48 in Finland in 2024 — given to 9 babies that year.
When was Alexander most popular?
Alexander peaked in 1990 with 4,459 babies registered that year in Finland.
Is Alexander a boy or girl name?
Alexander is predominantly a boys' name in Finland — over 90% of Alexanders in registered births are male.
How long has Alexander been recorded in Finland?
Alexander appears in birth records in Finland across 14 years — from 1910 through 2024.