Alessandra
Alessandra is a Christian girl name of Greek, via Italian origin, meaning “Defender of the people”.
| Meaning | Defender of the people |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Greek, via Italian |
| Pronunciation | ah-leh-SAHN-drah |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | Italy, Brazil, United States |
Meaning and origin of Alessandra
Alessandra is the Italian feminine form of Alessandro, which goes back to the Greek Alexandros: alexein, 'to defend', and aner, andros, 'man'. The fame of Alexander the Great spread the name across the Mediterranean, and Christian saints named Alexander kept it alive in Catholic Europe. Well-known bearers include the Brazilian model Alessandra Ambrosio and the Italian actress Alessandra Mastronardi.
Is Alessandra a Christian name?
Alessandra is not a biblical name, but it has long been used by Catholic families in Italy, honouring the many saints called Alexander. It has no particular religious meaning of its own.
How popular is Alessandra?
Familiar in Italy and Latin America and used regularly, though not commonly, in the United States.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Alessandra mean?
Alessandra means 'Defender of the people'. It is of Greek, via Italian origin.
Is Alessandra a Christian name?
Alessandra is not a biblical name, but it has long been used by Catholic families in Italy, honouring the many saints called Alexander. It has no particular religious meaning of its own.
How do you pronounce Alessandra?
Alessandra is pronounced ah-leh-SAHN-drah.
Is Alessandra a boy or girl name?
Alessandra is usually a girl name.