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Aleksander

Name Origin

Aleksander is a Slavic masculine given name, derived from the Greek name Alexandros. It means 'defender of mankind' or 'protector of men'.

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Famous People

Aleksander Pushkin (1799-1837)

Poet, novelist, playwright

  • Considered the founder of modern Russian literature
  • Author of renowned works like 'Eugene Onegin' and 'The Captain's Daughter'

Aleksander Solzhenitsyn (1918-2008)

Novelist, historian, short story writer

  • Nobel Prize winner in Literature (1970)
  • Known for his unflinching portrayal of the Soviet Gulag system in works like 'The Gulag Archipelago'

Aleksander Kwasniewski (1954-)

Politician

  • President of Poland (1995-2005)
  • Led Poland's transition to democracy and market economy

Similar Names

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Sibling Names

Katarina

Both names have Slavic origins and share a classic, elegant feel.

Anastasia

Another beautiful Slavic name with a similar vintage charm and strong sound.

Nikolai

A traditional Russian name that complements Aleksander's masculine strength and shared heritage.

Emilia

A graceful, timeless name with a similar structure and ending sound to Aleksander.