Defender of men
A modern spelling variation of the Greek name Alexander. It is derived from the elements 'alexein', meaning to defend or help, and 'aner', meaning man. This specific spelling with a double 'x' is a contemporary stylistic choice that adds a unique visual flair to a classic name.
Less common today
Alexxander isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,812 in 2006.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
