Eskander
Greek · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Eskander
Eskander means "defender of men" and derives from the Greek name Alexander (Alexandros), filtered through Persian and Arabic linguistic traditions.
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Etymology
Eskander means "defender of men" and derives from the Greek name Alexander (Alexandros), filtered through Persian and Arabic linguistic traditions. The name is predominantly used in Persian, Arabic, and Turkish-speaking cultures across Muslim-majority regions, with historical prominence among Persian royalty and Islamic dynasties.
Eskander currently ranks #5,596 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1994.
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