Xannder
An English masculine name derived from the Greek name Alexander.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Xannder. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Xannder today is around 11 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Xannder births was 2015 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Xannder. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Xannder. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2015
5 babies that year
Average age
11
years old
2015 SSA rank
#13,948
Tracked since 2015
Popularity
Xannder: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Xannder by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Xannder during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Xannder
The given name Xannder has its linguistic roots in the ancient Hellenic culture of the Mediterranean region, dating back to the 5th century BCE. It is believed to be derived from the Greek word "xanthos," meaning "yellow" or "golden," referring to the color often associated with the sun and its life-giving properties.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the writings of the renowned Greek philosopher Plato, who mentioned a character named Xannder in his dialogues. This suggests that the name was in use among the intellectual circles of ancient Athens during the Classical period.
In the realm of historical figures, Xannder of Miletus, a renowned mathematician and astronomer from the 6th century BCE, stands out as a prominent bearer of this name. His contributions to the development of geometric principles and celestial observations have left an indelible mark on the history of science.
During the Hellenistic period, which spanned from the 4th to the 1st century BCE, the name Xannder gained further recognition with the rise of Alexander the Great. One of his closest companions and generals, Xannder of Pella, played a pivotal role in the Macedonian ruler's military campaigns and the subsequent spread of Hellenistic culture across the ancient world.
In the realm of literature, the name Xannder found its way into the works of the celebrated Roman poet Ovid, who lived during the 1st century BCE and the early 1st century CE. Ovid's epic poem "Metamorphoses" featured a character named Xannder, adding to the cultural significance of this name in the ancient Mediterranean world.
Fast-forwarding to the Byzantine era, Xannder Hagiopolites, a renowned scholar and theologian from the 12th century CE, made significant contributions to the intellectual discourse of his time. His interpretations of religious texts and philosophical treatises have left a lasting impact on the study of Byzantine thought.
Throughout history, the name Xannder has been carried by numerous notable individuals, each leaving their mark in various fields of endeavor. From ancient philosophers and mathematicians to military leaders and scholars, this name has transcended time and cultures, serving as a testament to the enduring legacy of the ancient Hellenic world.
People
Xannder + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Xannder as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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FAQ
Xannder: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Xannder?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Xannder going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Xannder a common name?
We classify Xannder as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Xannder most popular?
The single biggest year for Xannder was 2015, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Xannder is about 11 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Xannder in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Xannder a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Xannder in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Xannder still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Xannder in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Xannder can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Xannder as a first name?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.