Oleksandr, of Ukrainian origin, is derived from the Greek Alexander, meaning "defending men." It has been traditionally used in Ukraine and other Slavic countries. In the Western world, Oleksandr is often Latinized to Alex or Alexandre. Notable figures with this name include Oleksandr Usyk, a prominent boxer, and Oleksandr Scherbak, a professional ice hockey player.
Over the past fourteen years, the name Oleksandr has seen fluctuating popularity, with a notable spike in recent years. The total number of births registered as Oleksandr from 2009 to 2023 is sixty-seven.