Lisander as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Lisander

What is the meaning of the name Lisander ?

The baby name Lisander is a Male name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced li-SAN-der (IPA: /lɪˈsændər/),lee-SAN-der (IPA: /liˈsændər/).

Lisander is Greek in Origin.

Rooted in Ancient Greek Lysandros (lysis + aner/andros), Lisander means "liberator, freer of men," combining lyein "to loosen, release" with aner/andros "man." Lisander is a rare, streamlined variant of Lysander, reflecting the common i-for-y shift outside Greek; it appears sporadically in Scandinavian and Dutch records and in modern English usage. Related forms include Lysander (English/Greek), Lysandre (French), and Lisandro (Spanish, Portuguese, Italian).

The name gained prominence through the Spartan admiral Lysander (5th century BCE) and re-entered fashionable circulation via Renaissance classicism and Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. Lisander preserves the classical aura while feeling slightly softer and more international. Usage remains uncommon yet recognizable, with occasional appearances in modern creative works. Short forms include Lis or Lys. The meaning carries bright associations of emancipation, resolve, and unbinding constraints.