What origin is the name Sikendar?

Sikendar comes from Indian naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good brother names for Sikendar?

Names from the same indian tradition pair naturally with Sikendar — for example Jay, Arjun, Aarav. You can browse more on our indian names page.

What is the rashi of the name Sikendar?

Sikendar starts with the syllable “Si” (सी), which traditionally belongs to Shatabhisha nakshatra, pada 3, in Kumbh rashi (Aquarius). This is based on the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable.

Sikendar

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Sikendar

Sikendar

Unisex

Indian

3 syllables

Sikendar is an Indian unisex name meaning "A variation of Alexander meaning defender of people".

The meaning of Sikendar is "A variation of Alexander meaning defender of people" — a unisex name of Indian origin. At 8 letters it is a longer name, which leaves room for a nickname. It has 3 syllables.

Origin: Indian
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 3

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

A variation of Alexander meaning defender of people

Popularity

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Quick answers about Sikendar

What does Sikendar mean?

Sikendar is a unisex name of Indian origin meaning "A variation of Alexander meaning defender of people".

How popular is Sikendar?

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Brother names that go with Sikendar

Jay Arjun Aarav Rohan Ayaan Vihaan

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Name numerology

5is the Chaldean number for Sikendar.

Number 5 is linked with curiosity, freedom and adventure.

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Rashi, nakshatra & numerology

Starting syllable: Si (सी)
Rashi: Kumbh (Aquarius)
Nakshatra: Shatabhisha, pada 3
Name number: 5

By tradition, names starting with “Si” suit babies born in Shatabhisha nakshatra (pada 3), which falls in Kumbh rashi. This is read from the English spelling; the Hindi spelling decides the exact syllable. The name number uses Chaldean numerology.

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Names with a similar meaning to Sikendar

Sikendar means "A variation of Alexander meaning defender of people" — these names share that spirit.

Alexander — "Alexander comes from the Greek Alexandros, meaning 'defender of people', from alexein 'to defend' and aner 'man'." (Greek)
Alexa — "Alexa is a short form of Alexandra, from the Greek, meaning 'defender of people'." (Greek)
Sophia — "Sophia comes from the Greek word sophia, meaning 'wisdom'. It has been used across Europe since early Christian times." (Greek)
Liam — "Liam is the Irish short form of William, from Germanic words meaning 'will' and 'helmet', so 'resolute protector'." (Irish)
Isabella — "Isabella is the Italian and Spanish form of Elizabeth, from the Hebrew Elisheva, meaning 'my God is an oath' or 'pledged to God'." (Hebrew)
Noah — "Noah comes from the Hebrew Noach, meaning 'rest' or 'comfort'. In the Bible, Noah builds the ark that saves his family." (Hebrew)
Emma — "Emma comes from the Germanic word ermen, meaning 'whole' or 'universal'. It was brought to England by Norman nobility." (German)
Michael — "Michael comes from the Hebrew Mikha'el, a question meaning 'who is like God?'. It is the name of an archangel." (Hebrew)