Aleksandras / Alexander / Alexandre / Alessandro / Alejandro / Aleksander / Oleksandr

Aleksandras is the Lithuanian form of the Greek name Alexandros. The name Alexandros is derived from the Greek elements 'alexein' (to defend, to help) and 'aner' (man, warrior). It has a long and distinguished history, being borne by Alexander the Great, the king of Macedon who established one of the largest empires of the ancient world.

The name spread throughout Europe with the influence of Greek culture and the conquests of Alexander the Great. In Eastern Europe, particularly in countries like Lithuania, it adopted local phonetic spellings and became a well-established traditional name. Its enduring popularity is due to its strong meaning and historical significance.