Alexander the Great Name Meaning & Origin
/Alexander the Great/Name Origin
The name Alexander originates from the Greek name Alexandros, meaning 'defender of the people'. The epithet 'the Great' was used to honor his historical significance as a Macedonian king and conqueror.
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Macedonian (Greek) 40% -
Greek (Greek) 35% -
Turkish (Turkish) 25%
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Name Details
- First Name: Alexander
- Last Name: the Great
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Alexander in the US (SSA Data):
Alexander the Great Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 3
People with this name tend to be: Creative, social, and communicative.