Xander
Xander is a boy name that ranked #216 in the US in 2024. SSA records show it has appeared in official baby name data since 1990. Its best recorded rank was #164 in 2017.
Latest rank
#216
Peak rank
#164
Reached in 2017
Total recorded usage
31,630
Available where official count data exists
First recorded year
1990
What To Know About Xander
Parents choosing Xander often appreciate its balance of tradition and accessibility. As a boy name with English background, it carries recognizable weight without sounding overly formal.
Xander is still an actively ranked US name in 2024. It is visible enough to feel recognizable, but not so common that it blends into every classroom list.
SSA data shows Xander appearing in official records as far back as 1990, which gives parents a concrete sense of how long the name has been in use.
Its strongest recorded US position was #164 in 2017, which helps frame whether today's ranking reflects a long plateau, a comeback, or a step down from an earlier peak.
Popularity Trend
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Page Notes
Pronunciation: XANDER
Origin: Greek
Editorial status: published
Confidence: high
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Sources
- US Social Security Administration baby names · https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/Popularity rankings, usage history, and trend data are derived from SSA datasets.
- Behind the Name · https://www.behindthename.com/Used to cross-reference origin and pronunciation guidance.