Alexander

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Meaning

Derived from the Old Greek meaning 'defender of men', the name was first borne by Paris the prince of Troy, who was given the nickname by herdsmen whom he had defended.


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James, Michael, Joseph, William, Lee, John, Scott, Thomas, David, Daniel


Pronunciation

Alex-AN-der

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