Boys name · Minnesota
Alexander in Minnesota
In 2025, 74 babies born in Minnesota were named Alexander, making it the #78 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 14,125.
Popularity over time
Alexander in Minnesota, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 | #195 |
| 1927 | 13 | #192 |
| 1951 | 7 | #280 |
| 1970 | 17 | #186 |
| 1983 | 100 | #65 |
| 1997 | 458 | #12 |
| 2011 | 260 | #14 |
| 2025 | 74 | #78 |
Alexander had its most births in Minnesota in 1992, when 563 babies were given the name. Alexander's highest rank in Minnesota was #2, set in 2008.
Rank swung between #2 (2008) and #327 (1964) in Minnesota, from #195 in 1912 to #78 in 2025.
Nationally, Alexander's strongest state was Illinois, where it hit #1 in 2008. See Alexander in every state →
How popular is Alexander in Minnesota?
In 2025, 74 babies born in Minnesota were named Alexander, making it the #78 most popular boys name that year. Years with 5 or more births, starting in 1912, add up to 14,125.
How many babies are named Alexander in Minnesota?
Minnesota recorded 74 births of babies named Alexander in 2025.
What is the rank of Alexander in Minnesota?
Alexander ranked #78 among boys names in Minnesota in 2025.
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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