Alexander
Meaning: Defender of the people
Origin: Greek — from alexein (to defend) + aner/andros (man)
Gender: Boy
Rank in Ireland: #88
Total births: 5,357
History: The name Alexander flourished in Ireland's market gardening communities, from the strawberry fields of Wexford to the potato farms of Donegal. It was given to children who learned the seasons by watching their parents work the land and knew the value of every harvest. The name carries the productive energy of an Ireland still deeply connected to its agricultural roots.
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| Current rank (2025) | #55 |
| Babies named Alexander in 2025 | 98 |
| Total recorded in Ireland | 5,357 |
| Peak year | 2014 (211 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #31 |
| Years in records | 1964–2025 (62 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 15 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 Ireland?
Alexander ranked #55 in Ireland in 2025 — given to 98 babies that year.
When was Alexander most popular?
Alexander peaked in 2014 with 211 babies registered that year in Ireland.
Is Alexander a boy or girl name?
Alexander is predominantly a boys' name in Ireland — over 90% of Alexanders in registered births are male.
Is the name Alexander rising or falling in popularity?
Alexander has fallen 15 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Ireland — from #40 in 2020 to #55 in 2025.
How long has Alexander been recorded in Ireland?
Alexander appears in birth records in Ireland across 62 years — from 1964 through 2025.