Aleksander is a popular name that has several synonyms in different languages and cultures. In French and Spanish, it is commonly spelled Alexandre and Alejandro respectively. The Hebrew equivalent is Alexander, and in Russian, the name is commonly spelled as Alexander or Aleksandr. In Slavic languages, the variation Aleksandar is also often used. The name means "defender of mankind" or "protector of the people," and the variations all share similar meanings. Other names that are similar in meaning and could be used as synonyms for Aleksander include Alexander, Alexandros, Alexei, and Sasha. Each variation offers a unique twist on the classic name and all carry a similar weight of strength and protection.