Alexandru

Alexandru is a boy's name that is a Romanian variant of the Greek name Alexander (Александр). Translated, it means 'the man defender', 'the protector', and 'the defender'.

What does the name Alexandru mean?

Alexandru is a boy's name that is a Romanian variant of the Greek name Alexander (Александр). Translated, it means 'the man defender', 'the protector', and 'the defender'. The origin of the name lies in ancient Greek, derived from the two elements aléxein (ἀλέξειν) meaning 'to ward off', 'to defend', or 'to protect' and anēr (ἀνήρ) meaning 'the man' or 'the human'. In Romania, the name is also common as a surname. The modern Greek form is considered to be Alexandros or Aléxandros (Αλεξανδρος). Other variants include Alexandr, Alexandar, Alexandre, Alexandro, and Alexandrou, as well as Aleksandr, Aleksandar, Aleksander, Aleksandrov, Aleksandras, Aleksanteri, Aleksandrs, and Aleksan.

Where does the name Alexandru come from?

Etymology Alexandru is a male first name of ancient Greek origin with meanings such as 'the man defender' or 'the protector' and others. Ancient Greek

How do you pronounce Alexandru?

Sound & Pronunciation of Alexandru: The name Alexandru is four to three syllables and rhythmically complex. Usually pronounced as 'A-le-xan-dru' [alɛkˈsandʁu], it begins with an open A sound. The consonant cluster '-ks-' gives the name emphasis. The ending '-dru' provides a distinctive conclusion. Alexandru feels powerful and rich in tradition - a name with historical depth and clear presence.

When is the name day of Alexandru?

The name day of Alexandru is February 26, May 3, July 10, August 30, and October 11.

Popularity

Alexandru is a very popular first name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 668th on the list of the most common male baby names. Its best placement was in 2022 at 485th. In the last ten years, Alexandru has been given as a first name about 840 times, placing it 613th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 684th.

Nicknames & pet names

Alex / Sandu

Similar first names

Famous people

• Alexandru Andritoiu (Romanian poet)
• Alexandru Binder (Romanian novelist)
• Alexandru Bogdan-Pitesti (poet)
• Alexandru Bratan (weightlifter from Moldova)
• Alexandru Busuioceanu (writer)
• Alexandru Candiano-Popescu (writer)
• Alexandru Ciocan (cyclist from Romania)
• Alexandru Ciucurencu (Romanian painter)
• Alexandru Ciutureanu (Romanian sculptor)
• Alexandru Cretu (Romanian football player)
• Alexandru Dandea (football player from Romania)
• Alexandru Davila (writer)
• Alexandru Dedov (Moldovan footballer)
• Alexandru Dedu (Romanian handball player)
• Alexandru Ene (Romanian footballer)
• Alexandru Forminte (Romanian football player)
• Alexandru Ghiban (water polo player from Romania)
• Alexandru Giugaru (actor)
• Alexandru Grab (football player from Moldova)
• Alexandru Hrisanide (pianist from Romania)