Aleksandar

Aleksandar is a masculine given name used in South Slavic languages. It is the common South Slavic form of Alexander, and it is widely used in Serbia, North Macedonia, Bulgaria, Croatia, and Montenegro, as well as in diaspora communities.

Etymology: It derives from the Greek name Alexandros, meaning "defender of men" or "protector of people." The form Aleksandar is used in many languages, with variants such as Aleksander or Aleksandër appearing in different regions.

Usage and forms: The name appears in many South Slavic cultures. In Serbian, Macedonian, Bulgarian, and Croatian, the standard form is Aleksandar; in some languages it is Aleksander. Diminutives include Aca and Saša.

Notable people: Notable individuals with the name include Aleksandar Vučić, Serbian politician and President of Serbia since 2017; Aleksandar Kolarov, Serbian footballer; Aleksandar Mitrović, Serbian footballer; Aleksandar Đorđević, Serbian basketball player and coach; Aleksandar Hemon, Bosnian-American writer.