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Alexandra

female

Meaning

"Defender of People"

Feminine of Alexander, it carries a long classical pedigree and strong persistence through royal and religious traditions.

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Popularity History of Alexandra

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#221Top 500

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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#221

Alexandra was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
-17

lower than 2023

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, latest release 2024. Names used fewer than 5 times in a given year are not ranked.

Alexandra Nicknames

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

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Baby Name Lists That Include Alexandra

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Famous Alexandras

  • E
    Empress Alexandra
    Last Tsaritsa of Russia before the Russian Revolution
  • A
    Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
    American progressive politician and congresswoman

Quick Facts

OriginGreek
Syllables4
Length9 letters

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