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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Liberator of men
- Origin
- Greek
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ly-SAN-der
Lysander is a boy's name of Greek origin, meaning "liberator of men." It's pronounced ly-SAN-der (IPA /laɪˈsændər/), with the stress falling on the second syllable. For a parent weighing options, it's a name with a clear, on-the-record meaning behind it.
Meaning & Origin of Lysander
Meaning: Liberator of men.
Origin: Greek.
Source: Wiktionary, Wikipedia.
How to Pronounce Lysander
ly-SAN-derIPA /laɪˈsændər/
Popularity of Lysander
Social Security data stretching back to 1931 shows Lysander has never ranked higher than #2198, a mark it hit in 2024 with 66 babies given the name — meaning its best year on record is also its most recent.
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FAQ
What does the name Lysander mean?
Liberator of men. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Lysander?
Lysander is pronounced ly-SAN-der (IPA: /laɪˈsændər/).
Is Lysander a popular name right now?
Lysander is at its highest recorded popularity right now, ranked #2198 in 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1931–2024.)
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