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Xander Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "xander" is "defender of man", and is used often for "boys".

Name
xander
Meaning
defender of man
Pronunciation
zan-der
Used for
boys
Syllables
2

Xander Name Details

Xander is a diminutive of the Greek name Alexander. The name Alexander is derived from the Greek words 'alexein', meaning 'to defend', and 'aner', meaning 'man'. Therefore, Xander carries the meaning of 'Defender of man'. Alexander was a popular name in ancient Greece, often associated with great warriors and leaders. Xander has gained popularity as an independent name in recent years and is widely used for boys.

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