Declining since 2002, #5,208 for boys today.
Popularity of Lizandro since 1975
Babies named Lizandro per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 22 |
| 1980s | 53 |
| 1990s | 142 |
| 2000s | 343 |
| 2010s | 247 |
| 2020s | 130 |
Meaning & origin
Lizandro is a rare Spanish and Portuguese variant of the classical name Lysander, rooted in ancient Greek elements meaning 'release' and 'man.' Since its first recorded appearance in U.S. data in 1975, the name has never ranked among the top 1,000. It reached its peak of usage in 2002 but has since declined in frequency, fitting its trajectory. The name is most common in California, reflecting its Hispanic heritage. Its ongoing but modest use keeps it a distinctive choice for families seeking a name with historical depth and Iberian flair.
Lizandro is a Spanish and Portuguese form of Lysander, which derives from the Greek name Lysandros, meaning 'release of a man' or 'man's defender' (from lysis 'release' and aner 'man'). In classical history, Lysander was a Spartan naval commander. The name entered the Iberian tradition through Renaissance usage, and Lizandro remains a distinctive variant in Spanish and Portuguese-speaking communities.
Where Lizandro is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Lizandro” around the world
Where Lizandro lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Liz, Sandro
Sibling names for Lizandro
Names that share Lizandro's style, for a brother or sister.
