N
NamyLab

Alexsandra

female
Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Defender of Mankind"

Alexsandra is a spelling variant of Alexandra, derived from Greek elements meaning defender and people, with long historical continuity.

Themes:greekvariantfeminine
UniqueRareStrongPowerfulBold

Fact-checked by Lily Anderson

M.F.A. Creative Writing, Sarah LawrencePublished NovelistName Collection Curator • Creative Names Editor

This name has been verified against authoritative sources including SSA data, etymology databases, and cultural naming traditions.

Popularity History of Alexsandra

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#13512Ranked in 2024

Loading chart...

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

Pick any SSA release year to inspect that year's national ranking and how it changed from the year before.

Selected Year Rank
#13512

Alexsandra was nationally ranked in 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year
-3174

lower than 2023

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

Alexsandra Nicknames

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

8 ideas
Aleie
Nickname
Alex
Nickname
aley
Nickname
alex
Nickname
ndra
Nickname
dray
Nickname
al
Nickname
exsy
Nickname

Similar Names to Alexsandra

female

Anna

AN-uh

“Grace; Favor”

#94
|Hebrew
female

Angela

AN-juh-luh

“Messenger; Angel”

#282
|Greek
female

Ann

“Grace, Favor”

#1141
|Hebrew
female

Andrea

“Manly, Courageous”

#185
|Greek
female

Alexis

uh-LEK-sis

“Defender; Helper”

#506
|Greek
female

Alyssa

uh-LIS-uh

“Rational; or Alyssum Flower”

#399
|Greek
female

Audrey

“Noble Strength”

#82
|English
female

Alexandra

al-ig-ZAN-druh

“Defender of People”

#221
|Greek
female

Anita

“Grace Favor”

#1463
|Hebrew
female

Annette

“Grace”

#1304
|French

Baby Name Lists That Include Alexsandra

Browse every Namylab list page that currently includes Alexsandra, from meaning and origin collections to letter, syllable, and themed baby name lists.

18 linked lists

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Alexsandra mean?
Alexsandra means "Defender of Mankind". Alexsandra is a spelling variant of Alexandra, derived from Greek elements meaning defender and people, with long histor
What is the origin of Alexsandra?
Alexsandra 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 Alexsandra?
According to the latest SSA data, Alexsandra is currently ranked #13512 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 Alexsandra a girl name?
Alexsandra 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 Alexsandra?
Popular nicknames for Alexsandra include Aleie, Alex, aley, alex, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.
What names are similar to Alexsandra?
There are many names similar to Alexsandra in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginGreek
Syllables4
Length10 letters
US Rank#13512
Trend↓ Falling
Starts withA

Sibling Ideas

Explore More Girl Names Like Alexsandra

Alexsandra has Greek roots, making it a wonderful choice if you love names from this heritage. Discover more options in our Greek baby names collection, where you'll find hundreds of names with similar cultural depth.

Alexsandra appears in several of our curated collections. Check out Unique Baby Names and Classic Greek Baby Names for more names with a similar feel. You might also enjoy browsing Names That Mean Fire Warrior for Boys and Girls and Last Names That Mean Warrior.

Before you decide, try our Full Name Preview to see how Alexsandra pairs with your surname. The Sibling Name Matcher can help find names that complement Alexsandra beautifully, and the Nickname Predictor reveals the most common short forms.

Explore our full baby name lists for origin-based, meaning-based, and themed collections, or head back to the baby name generator to continue your search.