Alejandro

Q: What is the origin of Alejandro?

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

Q: How popular is the name Alejandro?

According to the latest SSA data, Alejandro 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 Alejandro a girl name?

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

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Defender of Men"

Alejandro is the Spanish form of Alexander, conveying a classical meaning of protection and defense.

Themes:defenderwarriorclassicalspanish

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Popularity History of Alejandro

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

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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

Alejandro Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Alejandro.

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Aleie

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Alej

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aley

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alej

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ndro

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ejay

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droy

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Baby Name Lists That Include Alejandro

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Alejandro mean?

Alejandro means "Defender of Men". Alejandro is the Spanish form of Alexander, conveying a classical meaning of protection and defense.

What is the origin of Alejandro?

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

How popular is the name Alejandro?

According to the latest SSA data, Alejandro 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 Alejandro a girl name?

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

What are good nicknames for Alejandro?

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

What names are similar to Alejandro?

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

Quick Facts

OriginSpanish, Greek

Syllables5

Length9 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withA

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Alphonso Arnulfo Amado Anibal Alonza

Sisters

Angelita Aracely Abril Almeda Azul

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