Boys name · Iowa
Alexander in Iowa
Alexander was the 57th most popular boys name in Iowa in 2025, with 55 babies named Alexander that year. Since 1914, Iowa families have named 6,382 babies Alexander.
Popularity over time
Alexander in Iowa, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1914 | 6 | 242nd |
| 1968 | 6 | 292nd |
| 1978 | 26 | 117th |
| 1987 | 121 | 45th |
| 1997 | 192 | 15th |
| 2006 | 171 | 11th |
| 2016 | 100 | 18th |
| 2025 | 55 | 57th |
Its rank among boys names in Iowa climbed from 242nd in 1914 to 57th in 2025.
The most babies named Alexander in Iowa in a single year was 259, in 1992. Its best showing was 8th among boys names in 2003.
Across the country, Alexander reached its best rank of #1 in Illinois (2008). See Alexander in every state →
How popular is Alexander in Iowa?
Alexander was the 57th most popular boys name in Iowa in 2025, with 55 babies named Alexander that year. Since 1914, Iowa families have named 6,382 babies Alexander.
How many babies are named Alexander in Iowa?
In 2025, 55 babies were named Alexander in Iowa. The most babies named Alexander in Iowa in a single year was 259, in 1992.
What is the rank of Alexander in Iowa?
Alexander ranked 57th among boys names in Iowa in 2025. Its best showing was 8th among boys names in 2003.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.
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