Alander

Alander is a surname and, less commonly, a given name. The form is found in European records and among descendants of Nordic or continental European communities that migrated to North America. The exact origin is not definitively established; it may reflect a patronymic pattern, a toponymic source, or a linguistic variant connected to broader naming traditions in the region. Because of its origin and spelling variations, Alander-like forms appear in different languages and alphabets.

Usage and distribution: The surname appears in historical and contemporary records in Northern Europe, including Sweden and Finland, and in North American genealogies where Nordic immigration is documented. Given-name usage is comparatively rare and is typically limited to specific families or historical contexts rather than widespread adoption.

Notable people: There are no widely recognized figures with the surname or given name Alander in major biographical reference works. The name tends to emerge in local genealogical sources rather than in prominent public records.

See also: The name Allander or Ålander may refer to other, distinct uses in naming conventions. It is distinct from Åland, the demonym for residents of the Åland Islands, and from more common given names such as Alexander. For broader context, see Alexander (given name) and regional name variants.