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Alexander

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Alexander is a male given name. It comes from the Greek word Ἀλέξανδρος (Aléxandros), which means the "defender of men" (from ἀλέξειν (aléxein) - "to defend", and ἀνδρός (andrós) - "man").

  • Trent Alexander-Arnold, an English professional footballer. He plays for Premier League club Liverpool and the England national team. He plays as a right-back. He was born in West Derby, Liverpool.
  • Alexander Pushkin, Russian poet, playwright, and novelist (1799–1837)
  • Alexander Graham Bell, British-born American scientist and inventor known for the telephone (1847–1922)