Iskandar
Meaning of Iskandar
Iskandar is a male name with origins in Arabic. In Arabic, it is pronounced as is-KAN-dar (/ɪsˈkændɑr/), and in Indonesian, the pronunciation is the same (/ɪsˈkandər/). The name Iskandar is also sometimes spelled as Iskander.
Iskandar has a rich historical association as it was the Arabic form of Alexander the Great, one of the most famous conquerors and leaders in history. The name carries connotations of strength, leadership, and ambition.
Although not very common in recent years, Iskandar has been given to a small number of babies in the United States. In 2020, there were six newborns named Iskandar, ranking 10,588th in popularity among baby names for boys. In 2017 and 2010, it ranked slightly higher at 12,237th and 12,228th respectively.
Pronunciation
Arabic
- Pronunced as is-KAN-dar (/ɪsˈkændɑr/)
Indonesian
- Pronunced as is-KAN-dar (/ɪsˈkandər/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Iskandar
| Iskandar of Johor - Iskandar was Sultan of Johor from 1981 to 2010 and served as King of Malaysia from 1984 to 1989. |
| Iskandar Mirza, a Timurid prince and grandson of Timur, was a ruler known for his love of culture and learning. |
| Iskandar Dzulkarnain Abdul Khalid is a Malaysian independent politician serving as the Member of Parliament for Kuala Kangsar since 2022. |
