How to Pronounce Alexander
Alexander / alihɡzandɚ /
The name Alexander is a Male name of Germanic origin meaning "Defender of mankind". It is pronounced alihɡzandɚ.
Germanic Male 4 syllables
Meaning & Origin
Alexander is a Germanic name meaning "Defender of mankind". Greek alexandros
Quick Facts
Language Germanic
Gender Male
Syllables 4
Phonetic alihɡzandɚ
IPA ælɪɡzændɚ
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as alihɡzandɚ. Stress falls on the second syllable. Keep the original Germanic phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Alexander
- · Alexander the Great - King of Macedon
- · Alexander Graham Bell - Inventor
- · Alexander Hamilton - Founding Father of the United States
Frequently asked questions
- How do you pronounce Alexander?
- Alexander is pronounced alihɡzandɚ.
- What is the correct pronunciation of Alexander?
- The correct pronunciation of Alexander is alihɡzandɚ (IPA: ælɪɡzændɚ).
- Is Alexander a Germanic name?
- Yes, Alexander is a Germanic name meaning "Defender of mankind".
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