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How to pronounce Alexander (al-ig-ZAN-der)

Alexander

al-ig-ZAN-der

Aligzander

Four syllables. Stress on the third syllable. Often shortened to Alex.

Notes

Four syllables. Stress on the third syllable. Often shortened to Alex.

Origin & meaning

Origin
Greek
Meaning
defender of the people (from alexein + andros)

Aussie nickname — what your mates might call you

  • Lex
  • Sandy
  • Alecks
Why we shorten names like this →

Popularity

Made famous by Alexander the Great, king of Macedon.

Notable people

  • Alexander the Great (Macedonian king)
  • Alexander Hamilton (American statesman)

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