Lysander
Lysander is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Freer of men or liberator.
Origin and history
Lysander is an Ancient Greek name derived from elements meaning 'liberator' or 'freer of men'. It is famous for its associations with ancient Spartan military history and Shakespearean literature. While historically uncommon in the United States, it has seen a subtle rise in usage in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
798 babies in the United States have been named Lysander since 1880. It ranks #3878 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1671.
States where it is most popular
- CA (47.1 %)
- TX (27.9 %)
- NY (7.4 %)
- FL (5.9 %)
- IL (4.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 5 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 6 |
| 1960-1970 | 15 |
| 1970-1980 | 38 |
| 1980-1990 | 21 |
| 1990-2000 | 5 |
| 2000-2010 | 151 |
| 2010-2019 | 301 |
| 2020-2029 | 256 |
Famous people named Lysander
- Lysander Spooner: Philosopher, Legal theorist
Nicknames
Sander, Lys
Fun facts
- Lysander was a famous Spartan admiral who defeated the Athenian fleet at Aegospotami in 405 BC, ending the Peloponnesian War.
- Lysander is a central romantic character in William Shakespeare's comedy A Midsummer Night's Dream.