Xander is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #1664 in 1999 with 7 recorded births. This places Xander in the top 43% of ranked UK boys' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2021 with 308 births ranking #174. In 1999, approximately 1 in every 43,319 boys born was named Xander. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Xander is a sleek modern short form of Alexander meaning defending men. It feels sharp, contemporary, and easy to use internationally.
Once more unusual, Xander rose as parents looked for fresh routes into classic names. Its strength comes from offering the depth of Alexander in a more compact form.