Lisandro

Lisandro is a Spanish variant of the name Alexander, which has its roots in the Greek language. The name Alexander is derived from the Greek words 'alexein' meaning 'to defend' and 'andros' meaning 'man'.

The name Alexander was borne by several historical figures, the most famous being Alexander the Great, the king of Macedonia who conquered vast territories in the ancient world. The name gained popularity due to his legendary exploits and military conquests.

In the Spanish-speaking world, the name Lisandro emerged as a variation of Alexander, likely influenced by the sound changes that occurred in the transition from Greek to Latin and then to Spanish.

Today, Lisandro is a relatively uncommon name, but it retains the strong and masculine connotations associated with its Greek origins, symbolizing a defender or protector of men.