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Aleksandrov is a rather rare male first name, considered a Slavic variant of Alexander (Александр). The name is derived from the eponymous surname and can be literally translated as 'the son of Alexander.'
What does the name Aleksandrov mean?
The first name Aleksandrov is a less common Slavic form of Alexander (Александр). It originates from the same-sounding surname and means in this interpretation 'the son of Alexander.' The feminine counterpart is Aleksandrova. Mainly, the name is used as a surname. In Modern Greek, Alexandros or Aléxandros (Αλεξανδρος) is considered the equivalent. Other variants include Alexandr, Alexandar, Alexandre, Alexandro, Alexandrou, and Alexandru, as well as Aleksandr, Aleksandar, Aleksander, Aleksandras, Aleksanteri, Aleksandrs, and Aleksan.
Where does the name Aleksandrov come from?
The first name Aleksandrov has its roots in Ancient Greek and means 'the son of Alexander.' It is composed of the Ancient Greek terms aléxein, which means 'to ward off, protect, defend,' and anēr, which means 'the man, the human.' The languages in which this name is common are Russian and Slavic.
How do you pronounce Aleksandrov?
Aleksandrov has a distinctive four-syllable sound. In German pronunciation, it is typically articulated as 'A-lek-san-drow' [a.lɛkˈzan.dʁɔf]. This pronunciation combines open syllables with a strong, slightly rough ending. The final part '-drov' gives the name a noticeable, almost weighty conclusion. This structure creates a powerful sound image that overall appears strong, present, and characterful - clearly structured and self-assured.
Popularity
In Germany, Aleksandrov is a rather rare first name. In 2019, it ranked 3,920th on the list of the most common male first names. Its best placement was in 2016, reaching 1,880th place. Over the last ten years, Aleksandrov has been given as a first name about 30 times, which places it 4,271st in the ten-year statistics. Between 2010 and 2024, it ranks 4,338th.
Famous people
- Veselin Aleksandrov Topalov (Bulgarian chess player)
Frequently asked questions about the name Aleksandrov
What does the first name Aleksandrov mean?
The first name Aleksandrov is a Slavic form of Alexander and means 'the son of Alexander.'
Where does the name Aleksandrov come from?
Aleksandrov has its roots in Ancient Greek and is composed of the terms for 'to ward off, protect, defend' and 'man.'
How popular is the name Aleksandrov?
Aleksandrov is primarily common as a surname and less frequently as a first name, especially in Slavic countries.