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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Defender of the people
- Origin
- Ancient Greek (variant of Xander/Alexander)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ZAN-dur
Zander is a modern-feeling boy's name that still carries a classic, clean sound, pronounced ZAN-dur. It's a variant of Xander and Alexander with Ancient Greek roots, and it means "defender of the people."
Meaning & Origin of Zander
Meaning: Defender of the people.
Origin: Ancient Greek (variant of Xander/Alexander).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Zander
ZAN-durIPA /ˈzændər/
Popularity of Zander
Zander has been tracked in U.S. Social Security data since 1915 and peaked at #230 in 2013, when 1,600 babies were given the name. As of 2024 it sits at #378 with 864 babies, so it's still in regular use but a little less common than it was at its height.
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FAQ
What does the name Zander mean?
Defender of the people. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Zander?
Zander is pronounced ZAN-dur (IPA: /ˈzændər/).
Is Zander a popular name right now?
Zander peaked at #230 in 2013 and is ranked #378 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1915–2024.)
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