Alexander
Meaning: Rich in vowels, giving it a singing quality
Origin: Greek — from alexein (to defend) + aner/andros (man)
Gender: Boy
Rank in Sweden: #2
Total births: 19,152
History: Alexander has been a Swedish powerhouse name since the 1990s. Prince Alexander of Sweden, born in 2016 to Prince Carl Philip, cemented the name's royal status. But Swedish Alexanders long predated the prince — the name carries the weight of Alexander the Great's legacy, taught in every Swedish school. In a country that values both strength and intellect, Alexander delivers both.
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Every number here comes directly from Sweden’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2022) | #35 |
| Babies named Alexander in 2022 | 316 |
| Total recorded in Sweden | 19,152 |
| Peak year | 1998 (1,066 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #2 |
| Years in records | 1998–2022 (25 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 32 spots |
Frequently asked about Alexander
What does the name Alexander mean?
Alexander means “Rich in vowels, giving it a singing 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”.
How popular is Alexander in Sweden?
Alexander ranked #35 in Sweden in 2022 — given to 316 babies that year.
When was Alexander most popular?
Alexander peaked in 1998 with 1,066 babies registered that year in Sweden.
Is Alexander a boy or girl name?
Alexander is predominantly a boys' name in Sweden — over 90% of Alexanders in registered births are male.
Is the name Alexander rising or falling in popularity?
Alexander has fallen 32 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Sweden — from #3 in 2017 to #35 in 2022.
How long has Alexander been recorded in Sweden?
Alexander appears in birth records in Sweden across 25 years — from 1998 through 2022.