Iskandar
defender of men (Alexander)
GenderBoyOriginIndonesian/PersianSay itiss-KAHN-darPopularityCommon in Indonesia and Malaysia
Pronounced iss-KAHN-dar
About the name Iskandar
Iskandar is the Southeast Asian form of Alexander, meaning defender of men, brought via Persian and Arabic trade influence. It's a strong, historic name.
Bold, protective, and commanding.
Fun fact
Iskandar entered Malay and Indonesian culture through medieval Persian tales of Alexander the Great.
Nicknames for Iskandar
Andar
Variations
SkandarSultan Iskandar