Skander name meaning
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What does Skander mean?
Skander has its origin in Arabic language, Skander means "Protection or Virility" is used mainly in Arabic. Skander is Arabic cognate of Alexander.
Variants of Skander
Alexander, Alastair, Alister, Alek, Davidalexander, Alexanderjames, Alyster, Alec, Alexius, David, James
How popular is the name Skander?
Skander is a unique baby name in France, it has been in use since 1969 and was able to reach the top 1000 names. In 1986, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 912 on boy names chart when 40 babies were named Skander.
There are over 672 babies that have been given the name Skander in France. Skander is a rare baby name in Belgium however it is still in use. But Skander is a popular baby name in Tunisia where every 1 in 900 have the name.
At least, 10000 people globally have carried Skander as their given name according to our research.
Facts
Here's what numbers has to say about Skander
You always have the best ideas and persistence to realize each and one of them at work. You believe that nothing is impossible until your heart beats. Number 9 as your expression no represents your higher purpose in life. You are a hard person to analyze and understand because of your inconsistency. You are the most self-motivated person you know. You are compassionate and always put other people's needs before yours.
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- Raytah - Girl name Raytah is principally used in Arabic language, meaning of Raytah is "And a Narrator of Hadith or Daughter of Hurayth"
- Muqsit - The boy name Muqsit is particulary used in Arabic, Muqsit means "Just or Impartial"
- Zaaiirah - Girl name Zaaiirah is used in Arabic, meaning of Zaaiirah is "Visitor or Guest"
- Shamsuzzaman means Sun of the Age is used as a boy name is prevalently used in Arabic
- Bahiyy-al-Din is used predominantly in Arabic, Bahiyy-al-Din means "Magnificence of the Faith" is bestowed upon baby boys
Famous people named Skander
- Skander Souayah, Tunisian former football player
Lists having Skander
Sources
- Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques, https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2540004
- Sociale Verzekeringsbank, https://statbel.fgov.be/en/themes/population/family-names-and-first-names/first-names-boys-and-girls