Alejandro
Alejandro is a Christian boy name of Greek, via Spanish origin, meaning “Defender of men”.
| Meaning | Defender of men |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Greek, via Spanish |
| Pronunciation | ah-leh-HAHN-droh |
| Tradition | Christian |
| Used in | Spain, Mexico, Argentina, Colombia |
Meaning and origin of Alejandro
Alejandro is the Spanish form of Alexander, from the Greek Alexandros, made of alexein, 'to defend', and aner, 'man'. Alexander the Great spread the name across the ancient world, and several early saints and popes carried it. It is one of the most popular boys' names across Spain and Latin America. The film director Alejandro González Iñárritu is a well-known bearer.
Is Alejandro a Christian name?
Alejandro is a common Catholic name in Spanish-speaking countries, honouring several Saints Alexander.
How popular is Alejandro?
Consistently among the most popular boys' names in Spanish-speaking countries.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Alejandro mean?
Alejandro means 'Defender of men'. It is of Greek, via Spanish origin.
Is Alejandro a Christian name?
Alejandro is a common Catholic name in Spanish-speaking countries, honouring several Saints Alexander.
How do you pronounce Alejandro?
Alejandro is pronounced ah-leh-HAHN-droh.
Is Alejandro a boy or girl name?
Alejandro is usually a boy name.