Alexander
boy name#30 in 2025Alexander entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #4 in 2009, ranks #30 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#30
rank today
#4
peak (2009)
7,230
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #80 |
| 1890s | #94 |
| 1900s | #100 |
| 1910s | #100 |
| 1920s | #135 |
| 1930s | #186 |
| 1940s | #184 |
| 1950s | #204 |
| 1960s | #196 |
| 1970s | #113 |
| 1980s | #54 |
| 1990s | #23 |
| 2000s | #13 |
| 2010s | #9 |
| 2020s | #20 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Alexander has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 674,000 people named Alexander are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Alexander alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Alexander in 2025?
- Alexander ranks #30 among US boy names in 2025, with 7,230 babies given the name.
- When was the name Alexander most popular?
- Alexander peaked in 2009, reaching #4 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Alexander with classmates?
- Roughly 1 in 9 classrooms will have a Alexander.
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