What does the name Lysander mean?

Lysander means "Liberator, one who frees." It is of Greek origin.

How popular is the name Lysander?

Lysander is ranked #520 in the United States as of 2025, based on SSA data.

Is Lysander a boy or girl name?

Lysander is primarily a boys' name.

Names Starting With L

BoyGreek#520 in 2025

Lysander

Q: What is the origin of the name Lysander?

Lysander is of Greek origin. A Spartan admiral who defeated the Athenian navy. Also a lover in Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream.' A name of heroic romance.

Lysander is a boys' name of Greek origin meaning “Liberator, one who frees.” It ranked #520 in the United States in 2025.

Pronunciation

ly-SAN-der

Meaning & Origin

The name Lysander means “Liberator, one who frees.” It comes from the Greek language tradition.

A Spartan admiral who defeated the Athenian navy. Also a lover in Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream.' A name of heroic romance.

Popularity Over Time

#580

2024

#520

2025

Year	Rank
2025	#520
2024	#580

Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset

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