Will my child share the name Aleksandar with classmates?

Unlikely. With around 9 UK babies named Aleksandar per year, your child will almost certainly be the only Aleksandar in their class, and possibly the only one in the whole school.

Is Aleksandar becoming more or less popular in the UK?

Aleksandar is declining: down 805 places since 2020, to #2,440 in 2025. It peaked at #1,078 in 2001.

Is Aleksandar a good choice for a distinctive name?

Aleksandar is a distinctive choice sitting outside the mainstream UK top names. Parents choosing less common names often find their children appreciate the individuality as they grow up, rarely needing to add an initial to distinguish themselves.

Is Aleksandar a popular baby name in the United States?

Aleksandar does not appear in the US top 1,000 baby names, making it a distinctively British choice.

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Aleksandar is a distinctive choice, ranked #2440 in 2025. Your child is likely to be the only Aleksandar in their class.

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About the Name Aleksandar

Aleksandar has seen a notable decline in recent years, dropping 1620 places in five years. It was most popular in 2001 at #1078 — parents choosing it today are making a deliberately counter-trend decision. The name has been a consistent presence in UK records since 1996.

Aleksandar is rare in the UK, so your child is very likely to be the only Aleksandar in their class.