Lysander

At a Glance: Name: Lysander – Meaning: liberator of men – Origin: Greek – Gender: Boy – Pronunciation: ly-SAN-der

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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

Phonetic: ly-SAN-der   IPA: /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.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1931–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Lysander mean?

Liberator of men. (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Lysander)

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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