Alexander Cockburn was a political journalist. Alexander Cockburn may also refer to: Sir Alexander Cockburn, 12th Baronet (1802–1880), Scottish lawyer, politician, and judge Sir Alexander Cockburn, 6th Baronet (1710–1739) of the Cockburn baronets Sir Alexander Cockburn, 7th Baronet (1739–1745) of the Cockburn baronets Alexander de Cockburn, Great Seal of Scotland Alexander Peter Cockburn (1837–1905), Ontario businessman and political figure See also Alex Coburn, fictional character Cockburn (surname) Cockburn baronets#Ancestors of the Cockburn baronets