Alejandra

Q: What is the origin of Alejandra?

Alejandra is of Greek origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Alejandra?

According to the latest SSA data, Alejandra is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Alejandra a boy name?

Alejandra is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

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Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Defender of People"

Spanish feminine form of Alexandra, widely used in Hispanic communities and preserving the Greek-derived protective semantic interpretation.

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Popularity History of Alejandra

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Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Alejandra Nicknames

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Andrew

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al-ig-ZAN-der

“Defender of Men”

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Aaron

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Alex

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Angel

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Arnold

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Alejandra mean?

Alejandra means "Defender of People". Spanish feminine form of Alexandra, widely used in Hispanic communities and preserving the Greek-derived protective sema

What is the origin of Alejandra?

Alejandra is of Greek origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Alejandra?

According to the latest SSA data, Alejandra is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Alejandra a boy name?

Alejandra is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Alejandra?

Popular nicknames for Alejandra include Aleie, Alej, aley, alej, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Alejandra?

There are many names similar to Alejandra in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginGreek, Spanish

Syllables5

Length9 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withA

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Andreas Alexzander Alexandro Andrea Alexandre

Sisters

Agnes Angeline Asia Angelia Alexus

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