Alexandra Name Meaning

Helen Doanna

By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: Alexandra is a popular name in literature, appearing in works like “Doctor Zhivago” by Boris Pasternak and “Alexandra” by Anna Karenina.

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A Deep Dive

Alexandra Overview

Meaning

Defender of the people

Gender

Girl

Origin

Greek

Etymology

Derived from the Greek words “alexein” (to defend) and “aner” (man)

Religion

Christianity

Pronunciation

/ˌæl.ɪɡˈzæn.drə/

Popularity

Alexandra is beloved worldwide, particularly in Russia, Greece, and the USA. In 2023, Alexandra ranked #137 for girls in the USA.

Syllable

4 syllables

Length

9 letters

Numerology

8 (Practical, Ambitious, Materialistic)

Name Styles

Classic, Traditional, Long

Associated Traits

Elegant, strong, regal

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Often associated with royalty and saints, including Saint Alexandra of Rome, a Christian martyr.

Name Day

April 21 (Greece)
A Deep Dive

Alexandra Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Alexandria, Alessandra, Alejandra, Lexandra, Alixandra

Common Nicknames

Sandra, Sasha, Lex, Xan, Xandra, Sandy, Alexa

Diminutives

Alex, Lexi, Allie, Lexie, Ally

Famous People

  • Alexandra Feodorovna
    (Russian Empress)
  • Alexandra David-Néel
    (Belgian-French Explorer)
  • Alexandra Daddario
    (American Actress)
  • Alexandra Burke
    (British Singer)
  • Alexandra Shipp
    (American Actress)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Alexandra Cabot
    ("Law & Order: SVU," TV Series)
  • "Alexandra's Garden"
    (Novel)
  • Alexandra Dunphy
    ("Modern Family," TV Series)
  • "Alexandra's Song"
    (Album)
  • Alexandra Owens
    ("Flashdance," Film)

Places

  • Alexandra Palace
    (London, England)
  • Alexandra Park
    (Manchester, England)
  • Alexandra Falls
    (Northwest Territories, Canada)
  • Alexandra Bay
    (Queensland, Australia)
  • Alexandra Hospital
    (Singapore)

What Is the Meaning of Alexandra?

Alexandra means “defender of the people.” The name indicates resilience and guardianship, emphasizing leadership and bravery.

What Is the Origin of The Name Alexandra?

The name Alexandra has Greek origins, derived from “alexein” (to defend) and “aner” (man). It has been popular since ancient Greece, associated with figures like Alexander the Great.

Alexandra Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Alexandra in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#1692021#1902022#2042023
Top 3 Rankings#261995#261996#271998

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Alexandra

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023204
(-14 from 2022)
1467
(-80 from 2022)
0.08387
2022190
(-21 from 2021)
1547
(-176 from 2021)
0.08628
2021169
(-31 from 2020)
1723
(-241 from 2020)
0.09617
2020138
(-8 from 2019)
1964
(-169 from 2019)
0.11111
2019130
(-5 from 2018)
2133
(-276 from 2018)
0.11625
2018125
(-5 from 2017)
2409
(-196 from 2017)
0.12954
2017120
(-10 from 2016)
2605
(-249 from 2016)
0.13789
2016110
(-9 from 2015)
2854
(-150 from 2015)
0.14743
2015101
(-9 from 2014)
3004
(-311 from 2014)
0.15398
201492
(-10 from 2013)
3315
(-194 from 2013)
0.16945
201382
(-6 from 2012)
3509
(+26 from 2012)
0.18203
201276
No change from 2011
3483
(-147 from 2011)
0.17959
201176
(-12 from 2010)
3630
(-390 from 2010)
0.18734
201064
(+5 from 2009)
4020
(-145 from 2009)
0.20503
200969
(-8 from 2008)
4165
(-446 from 2008)
0.20567
200861
(-12 from 2007)
4611
(-743 from 2007)
0.22138
200749
(-9 from 2006)
5354
(-747 from 2006)
0.25296
200640
(-3 from 2005)
6101
(-217 from 2005)
0.29184
200537
No change from 2004
6318
(-306 from 2004)
0.31130
200437
(+1 from 2003)
6624
(+79 from 2003)
0.32828
200338
No change from 2002
6545
(-391 from 2002)
0.32620
200238
No change from 2001
6936
(-108 from 2001)
0.35119
200138
(-2 from 2000)
7044
(-505 from 2000)
0.35559
200036
(-4 from 1999)
7549
(-614 from 1999)
0.37826
199932
(-5 from 1998)
8163
(-445 from 1998)
0.41930
199827
(+3 from 1997)
8608
(-143 from 1997)
0.44405
199730
(-4 from 1996)
8751
(-1273 from 1996)
0.45835
199626
No change from 1995
10024
(-136 from 1995)
0.52284
199526
(+2 from 1994)
10160
(-65 from 1994)
0.52874
199428
No change from 1993
10225
(-456 from 1993)
0.52453
199328
(+1 from 1992)
10681
(+460 from 1992)
0.54176
199229
(+7 from 1991)
10221
(+762 from 1991)
0.50986
199136
(+1 from 1990)
9459
(+951 from 1990)
0.46518
199037
(+6 from 1989)
8508
(+828 from 1989)
0.41414
198943
(+6 from 1988)
7680
(+709 from 1988)
0.38551
198849
(+10 from 1987)
6971
(+1752 from 1987)
0.36249
198759
(+13 from 1986)
5219
(+1410 from 1986)
0.27846
198672
(+20 from 1985)
3809
(+792 from 1985)
0.20639
198592
(+4 from 1984)
3017
(+202 from 1984)
0.16341
198496
(+67 from 1983)
2815
(+1115 from 1983)
0.15610
1983163
(+17 from 1982)
1700
(+171 from 1982)
0.09499
1982180
(+40 from 1981)
1529
(+322 from 1981)
0.08428
1981220
(+63 from 1980)
1207
(+333 from 1980)
0.06749
1980283
(+7 from 1979)
874
(+46 from 1979)
0.04908
1979290
(+12 from 1978)
828
(+64 from 1978)
0.04805
1978302
(+15 from 1977)
764
(+20 from 1977)
0.04648
1977317
(+7 from 1976)
744
(+52 from 1976)
0.04523
1976324
(-10 from 1975)
692
(-31 from 1975)
0.04402
1975314
(+5 from 1974)
723
(+14 from 1974)
0.04632
1974319
(+11 from 1973)
709
(+35 from 1973)
0.04527
1973330
(+24 from 1972)
674
(+50 from 1972)
0.04337
1972354
(+35 from 1971)
624
(+47 from 1971)
0.03870
1971389
(-9 from 1970)
577
(-49 from 1970)
0.03292
1970380
(+25 from 1969)
626
(+77 from 1969)
0.03417
1969405
(+3 from 1968)
549
(+27 from 1968)
0.03114
1968408
(+75 from 1967)
522
(+137 from 1967)
0.03053
1967483
(+48 from 1966)
385
(+69 from 1966)
0.02242
1966531
(+11 from 1965)
316
(+11 from 1965)
0.01800
1965542
(+31 from 1964)
305
(+10 from 1964)
0.01669
1964573
(+84 from 1963)
295
(+59 from 1963)
0.01507
1963657
(+48 from 1962)
236
(+21 from 1962)
0.01187
1962705
(+4 from 1961)
215
(-2 from 1961)
0.01061
1961709
(+7 from 1960)
217
(+15 from 1960)
0.01045
1960716
(+3 from 1959)
202
(+8 from 1959)
0.00971
1959719
(+42 from 1958)
194
(+23 from 1958)
0.00933
1958761
(-7 from 1957)
171
(-4 from 1957)
0.00828
1957754
(-18 from 1956)
175
(+3 from 1956)
0.00834
1956736
(+18 from 1955)
172
(+14 from 1955)
0.00835
1955754
(-40 from 1954)
158
(-9 from 1954)
0.00788
1954714
(+46 from 1953)
167
(+23 from 1953)
0.00839
1953760
(-61 from 1952)
144
(-20 from 1952)
0.00746
1952699
(+54 from 1951)
164
(+28 from 1951)
0.00862
1951753
(+50 from 1950)
136
(+19 from 1950)
0.00736
1950803
(-120 from 1949)
117
(-33 from 1949)
0.00665
1949683
(+70 from 1948)
150
(+22 from 1948)
0.00854
1948753
(-57 from 1947)
128
(-19 from 1947)
0.00734
1947696
(+2 from 1946)
147
(+14 from 1946)
0.00809
1946698
(-6 from 1945)
133
(+17 from 1945)
0.00825
1945692
(-11 from 1944)
116
(-4 from 1944)
0.00862
1944681
No change from 1943
120
(-4 from 1943)
0.00878
1943681
(-2 from 1942)
124
(+4 from 1942)
0.00864
1942679
(+215 from 1941)
120
(+53 from 1941)
0.00863
1941894
No change from 1940
67
(+3 from 1940)
0.00538
1940894
(-36 from 1939)
64
(-3 from 1939)
0.00542
1939858
(+8 from 1938)
67
(+1 from 1938)
0.00591
1938866
(+169 from 1937)
66
(+19 from 1937)
0.00578
19371035
(-94 from 1936)
47
(-6 from 1936)
0.00427
1936941
(+90 from 1935)
53
(+8 from 1935)
0.00492
19351031
(-38 from 1934)
45
(-3 from 1934)
0.00414
1934993
(+92 from 1933)
48
(+7 from 1933)
0.00443
19331085
(+363 from 1932)
41
(+14 from 1932)
0.00392
19321448
(+493 from 1931)
27
(+10 from 1931)
0.00244
19311941
(-620 from 1930)
17
(-16 from 1930)
0.00154
19301321
(+277 from 1929)
33
(+9 from 1929)
0.00283
19291598
(-129 from 1928)
24
(-5 from 1928)
0.00207
19281469
(-236 from 1927)
29
(-11 from 1927)
0.00243
19271233
(-13 from 1926)
40
No change from 1926
0.00324
19261220
(+32 from 1925)
40
(+1 from 1925)
0.00325
19251252
(+6 from 1924)
39
(-1 from 1924)
0.00309
19241258
(-84 from 1923)
40
(-3 from 1923)
0.00309
19231174
(+192 from 1922)
43
(+9 from 1922)
0.00343
19221366
(-230 from 1921)
34
(-11 from 1921)
0.00273
19211136
(+146 from 1920)
45
(+9 from 1920)
0.00352
19201282
(-192 from 1919)
36
(-9 from 1919)
0.00289
19191090
(-29 from 1918)
45
(-2 from 1918)
0.00383
19181061
(-21 from 1917)
47
(+1 from 1917)
0.00391
19171040
(-14 from 1916)
46
(+1 from 1916)
0.00409
19161026
(-81 from 1915)
45
(-4 from 1915)
0.00414
1915945
(+58 from 1914)
49
(+14 from 1914)
0.00479
19141003
(+525 from 1913)
35
(+20 from 1913)
0.00439
19131528
(-411 from 1912)
15
(-7 from 1912)
0.00229
19121117
(+183 from 1911)
22
(+9 from 1911)
0.00375
19111300
(+221 from 1910)
13
(+3 from 1910)
0.00294
19101521
(-50 from 1909)
10
(+1 from 1909)
0.00238
19091471
(+391 from 1908)
9
(+3 from 1908)
0.00245
19081862
(-478 from 1907)
6
(-3 from 1907)
0.00169
19071384
(+169 from 1906)
9
(+2 from 1906)
0.00267
19061553
(-255 from 1905)
7
(-2 from 1905)
0.00223
19051298
(+20 from 1903)
9
(+1 from 1903)
0.00290
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19031318
(-185 from 1902)
8
(-2 from 1902)
0.00288
19021133
(+69 from 1895)
10
(+2 from 1895)
0.00357
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18951202
(+283 from 1894)
8
(+3 from 1894)
0.00324
18941485
First SSA data recorded
5
First SSA data recorded
0.00212
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18820
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Alexandra

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#1312021#1412022#1472023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#962021#1222022#1132023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#1432021#1332022#2062023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#1372021#1282022#1352023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#1512021#1332022#1392023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#822021#982022#1232023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#1752021#1852022#1682023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#1172021#1042022#932023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#4122021#3242022#3532023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#2452021#3512022#3602023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#1282021#1532022#1742023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#882021#1622022#1752023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#972021#1302022#752023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#2442021#2702022#3482023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#2122021#2312022#1782023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#2762021#3652022#2862023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#2282021#2332022#2852023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#2832021#3172022#3092023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#1952021#2252022#2572023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#3482021#4752022#2962023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#2012021#3482022#4492023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#2922021#4422022#4432023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#2602021#4722022#4162023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#3042021#4082022#2542023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#2332021#2482022#2102023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#2622021#4262022#3782023

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#192021#542022#1152023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#3902021#5152022#5702023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#2902021#3932022#3502023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#1582021#1912022#2052023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#4992021#2562022#4932023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#3172021#2802022#4682023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#2012021#4522022#3462023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#3642021#5902022#6992023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#1282019#2282020#1482021

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#1212020#1592021#1342023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#1202020#1842021#1622023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#2392020#2752021#4122022

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#4342021#4902022#4852023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#3322019#1792020#1942023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#1882017#1852018#1272023

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#922020#1382021#1252022

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#2642018#2802019#2702022

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#3472017#4782019#5462022

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#1522020#912021#1452022

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#2322014#2292015#1462018

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#1712017#1922020#1712021

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#1902014#1522016#2162017

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#2242017#2222018#2062023

Vermont (VT)

Vermont (VT) flagVermont (VT)#612012#942014#932017

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#632010#712012#802013

Popularity Rankings for Alexandra in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Russia (Moscow)

Russia (Moscow) flagRussia (Moscow)#82022#102023#92024

Popularity in Romania

Romania flagRomania#102021#112022#132023

Popularity in Other American Territories

American Samoa flag American Samoa
Guam flag Guam
Northern Mariana Islands flag Northern Mariana Islands
U.S. Virgin Islands flag U.S. Virgin Islands

Other American Territories flagOther American Territories#401998#242001#332004

Popularity in Iceland

Iceland flagIceland#252021#452022#492023

Popularity in Slovakia

Slovakia flagSlovakia#272021#292022#362023

Popularity in Australia (NSW)

Australia (NSW) flagAustralia (NSW)#682013#792014#892015

Popularity in Sweden

Sweden flagSweden#772007#2192022#2162023

Popularity in Mexico

Mexico flagMexico#842020#1052021

Popularity in Hungary

Hungary flagHungary#952021#982022#942023

Popularity in Spain

Spain flagSpain#972007#1002009#972010

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#1062021#1182022#1482023

Popularity in Chile

Chile flagChile#1112019#1162020#1212021

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#1172019#1362020#1612021

Popularity in Austria

Austria flagAustria#1182020#1502021#1252022

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#1222021#1732022#1192023

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#1282021#1662022#2382023

Popularity in Portugal

Portugal flagPortugal#1352016#1602017#1902018

Popularity in Norway

Norway flagNorway#1472021#1352022#1582023

Popularity in France

France flagFrance#1592007#1932008#1972009

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#2062021#1622022#2642023

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#2252021#1632022#2102023

Popularity in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico flagPuerto Rico#2342021#1732022#1652023

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#1652020#2332021#1692022

Popularity in Belgium

Belgium flagBelgium#1832015#1672016#1822020

Popularity in Germany

Germany flagGermany#1692021#1732022#1892023

Popularity in Switzerland

Switzerland flagSwitzerland#1832020#3302021#1902022

Popularity in Poland

Poland flagPoland#2282021#2222022#2412023

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Alexandra a Name for Boys or Girls?

Alexandra is predominantly a girl’s name, cherished for its elegant and regal sound. Its historical significance and strong meaning make it a favored choice among parents.

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Alexandra

Alexandra in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Alexandra Feodorovna (Empress, 1872–1918): The last Empress of Russia, married to Tsar Nicholas II, and known for her tragic fate during the Russian Revolution.
  • Alexandra David-Néel (Explorer, 1868–1969): A Belgian-French explorer, spiritualist, and writer famous for her travels in Tibet.
  • Alexandra Daddario (Actress, born 1986): An American actress recognized for her roles in "Percy Jackson" and "Baywatch."
  • Alexandra Burke (Singer, born 1988): A British singer who gained fame after winning the fifth series of "The X Factor."
  • Alexandra Shipp (Actress, born 1991): An American actress known for portraying Storm in the "X-Men" film series.
  • Alexandra Kollontai (Revolutionary, 1872–1952): A Russian revolutionary, feminist, and diplomat who played a significant role in the early Soviet government.
  • Alexandra Stan (Singer, born 1989): A Romanian singer and songwriter famous for her hit single "Mr. Saxobeat."
  • Alexandra Ripley (Author, 1934–2004): An American writer known for her historical novels, including the sequel to "Gone with the Wind."
  • Alexandra Cabot ("Law & Order: SVU," 2000 TV Series): A dedicated and tough prosecutor who fights for justice in the New York City Special Victims Unit.
  • "Alexandra's Garden" (2016 Novel): A heartwarming story about Alexandra, who finds peace and transformation in nurturing a neglected garden.
  • Alexandra Dunphy ("Modern Family," 2009 TV Series): The intelligent and ambitious middle child in the Dunphy family, known for her academic prowess and witty personality.
  • "Alexandra's Song" (2017 Album): A beautiful music album filled with soulful songs reflecting Alexandra's journey through love and self-discovery.
  • Alexandra Owens ("Flashdance," 1983 Film): The main character, a steelworker by day and an exotic dancer by night, pursuing her dream of becoming a professional dancer.
  • "Alexandra's Adventures" (2018 Children's Book): A delightful story where Alexandra explores magical lands and learns valuable life lessons.
  • Alexandra Trese ("Trese," 2021 TV Series): A strong and resourceful detective dealing with supernatural threats in Manila, based on a popular Filipino comic series.
  • "Alexandra's Secret" (2015 Novel): A captivating novel about Alexandra, a young woman uncovering her family's hidden past.
  • Alexandra Palace (London, England): A historic entertainment venue offering panoramic views of the city.
  • Alexandra Park (Manchester, England): A large public park with recreational facilities and beautiful gardens.
  • Alexandra Falls (Northwest Territories, Canada): A stunning waterfall surrounded by scenic wilderness.
  • Alexandra Bay (Queensland, Australia): A coastal bay known for its pristine beaches and marine life.
  • Alexandra Hospital (Singapore): A major healthcare facility providing comprehensive medical services.
  • Alexandra Headland (Queensland, Australia): A popular surfing destination with excellent beachside amenities.
  • Alexandra Bridge (Ottawa, Canada): A significant bridge connecting Ottawa with Gatineau, offering great views of the Ottawa River.
  • Alexandra Gardens (Melbourne, Australia): A beautifully landscaped public garden along the Yarra River.

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