Alexandria Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: Alexandria was home to one of the original Seven Wonders of the World, the Lighthouse of Alexandria, also known as the Pharos of Alexandria. This ancient lighthouse was an architectural marvel and served as a guiding beacon for sailors​

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A Deep Dive

Alexandria Overview

Meaning

Defender of mankind, defender of the people

Gender

Girl

Origin

Greek

Etymology

Derived from Greek “Alexandros,” meaning “defender of men.”​

Religion

Christianity

Pronunciation

/ˌælɪgˈzændriə/

Popularity

Alexandria is recognized globally, particularly in English-speaking countries. In the USA, it ranked 404th for girls in 2023​

Syllable

4 syllables

Length

10 letters

Numerology

8 (Practical, Ambitious, Materialistic)

Name Styles

Classic, Aesthetic, Long, Traditional

Associated Traits

Regal, elegant, determined, authoritative

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Alexandria is aligned with Alexander the Great, who named several cities after himself, including the renowned city in Egypt known for its Great Library​

Name Day

April 23rd (Greece)​
A Deep Dive

Alexandria Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Alessandra, Alexandra, Aleksandra, Alejandra, Alexandrina

Common Nicknames

Lexi, Andi, Ally, Alex, Sandy, Alexa, Xandra

Diminutives

Lex, Andy, Allie, Dree, Xan

Famous People

  • Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
    (American Politician)
  • Alexandria Mills
    (American Model)
  • Alexandria Karlsen
    (American Model)
  • Alexandria Zahra Jones
    (Celebrity Child)
  • Alexandria "Allie" Quigley
    (Basketball Player)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Alexandria DeWitt
    ("The Walking Dead," TV Series)
  • "Alexandria"
    (Film)
  • "Alexandria King"
    (Novel)
  • "Alexandria's Journey"
    (Children's Book)

Places

  • Alexandria City
    (Virginia, USA)
  • Alexandria City
    (Louisiana, USA)
  • Alexandria Park
    (Sydney, Australia)
  • Alexandria Bay Village
    (New York, USA)
  • Alexandria City
    (Egypt)

What Is the Meaning of Alexandria?

Meaning “defender of mankind,” Alexandria is perfect for a little girl who you know will grow up to be brave, protective, and a champion for those around her.

What Is the Origin of The Name Alexandria?

The name Alexandria is of Greek origin, derived from the name Alexander, which means “defender of men.” It was historically used in reference to the famous ancient city of Alexandria in Egypt, founded by Alexander the Great.

Alexandria Name Popularity

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

United States flagUnited States#3532021#4072022#4042023
Top 3 Rankings#691993#721995#731992

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Alexandria

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023404
(+3 from 2022)
755
(-16 from 2022)
0.04316
2022407
(-54 from 2021)
771
(-111 from 2021)
0.04300
2021353
(-33 from 2020)
882
(-101 from 2020)
0.04923
2020320
(-21 from 2019)
983
(-121 from 2019)
0.05561
2019299
(-17 from 2018)
1104
(-78 from 2018)
0.06017
2018282
(-25 from 2017)
1182
(-65 from 2017)
0.06356
2017257
(-39 from 2016)
1247
(-230 from 2016)
0.06601
2016218
(-6 from 2015)
1477
(-63 from 2015)
0.07630
2015212
(-1 from 2014)
1540
(-68 from 2014)
0.07894
2014211
(-7 from 2013)
1608
(+44 from 2013)
0.08220
2013204
(+1 from 2012)
1564
(+43 from 2012)
0.08113
2012205
No change from 2011
1521
(-9 from 2011)
0.07842
2011205
(-1 from 2010)
1530
(+16 from 2010)
0.07896
2010204
(-4 from 2009)
1514
(-129 from 2009)
0.07722
2009200
(-11 from 2008)
1643
(-150 from 2008)
0.08113
2008189
(-25 from 2007)
1793
(-408 from 2007)
0.08608
2007164
(-17 from 2006)
2201
(-133 from 2006)
0.10399
2006147
(-14 from 2005)
2334
(-121 from 2005)
0.11165
2005133
(-8 from 2004)
2455
(-197 from 2004)
0.12096
2004125
(-2 from 2003)
2652
(-100 from 2003)
0.13143
2003123
(-17 from 2002)
2752
(-396 from 2002)
0.13716
2002106
(-15 from 2001)
3148
(-256 from 2001)
0.15939
200191
No change from 2000
3404
(-145 from 2000)
0.17184
200091
(-8 from 1999)
3549
(-240 from 1999)
0.17783
199983
(-2 from 1998)
3789
(-220 from 1998)
0.19463
199881
(-3 from 1997)
4009
(-225 from 1997)
0.20681
199778
(-1 from 1996)
4234
(-328 from 1996)
0.22176
199677
(-5 from 1995)
4562
(-210 from 1995)
0.23795
199572
(+1 from 1994)
4772
(-68 from 1994)
0.24834
199473
(-4 from 1993)
4840
(-187 from 1993)
0.24828
199369
(+4 from 1992)
5027
(+231 from 1992)
0.25498
199273
(+5 from 1991)
4796
(+326 from 1991)
0.23924
199178
(+17 from 1990)
4470
(+875 from 1990)
0.21983
199095
(+9 from 1989)
3595
(+535 from 1989)
0.17499
1989104
(+20 from 1988)
3060
(+785 from 1988)
0.15360
1988124
(+55 from 1987)
2275
(+721 from 1987)
0.11830
1987179
(+53 from 1986)
1554
(+434 from 1986)
0.08291
1986232
(+57 from 1985)
1120
(+265 from 1985)
0.06069
1985289
(-4 from 1984)
855
(+7 from 1984)
0.04631
1984285
(+114 from 1983)
848
(+297 from 1983)
0.04702
1983399
(-9 from 1982)
551
(-41 from 1982)
0.03079
1982390
(+15 from 1981)
592
(+40 from 1981)
0.03263
1981405
(+292 from 1980)
552
(+308 from 1980)
0.03086
1980697
(+139 from 1979)
244
(+58 from 1979)
0.01370
1979836
(-56 from 1978)
186
(-10 from 1978)
0.01079
1978780
(+179 from 1977)
196
(+52 from 1977)
0.01192
1977959
(-57 from 1976)
144
(-2 from 1976)
0.00875
1976902
(-6 from 1975)
146
(-1 from 1975)
0.00929
1975896
(-57 from 1974)
147
(-10 from 1974)
0.00942
1974839
(+95 from 1973)
157
(+27 from 1973)
0.01002
1973934
(-22 from 1972)
130
(-6 from 1972)
0.00836
1972912
(-17 from 1971)
136
(-12 from 1971)
0.00843
1971895
(+54 from 1970)
148
(+14 from 1970)
0.00844
1970949
(+2 from 1969)
134
(+8 from 1969)
0.00731
1969951
(+215 from 1968)
126
(+40 from 1968)
0.00715
19681166
(-63 from 1967)
86
(-3 from 1967)
0.00503
19671103
(+75 from 1966)
89
(+7 from 1966)
0.00518
19661178
(+124 from 1965)
82
(+13 from 1965)
0.00467
19651302
(+291 from 1964)
69
(+18 from 1964)
0.00378
19641593
(-274 from 1963)
51
(-19 from 1963)
0.00261
19631319
(+237 from 1962)
70
(+18 from 1962)
0.00352
19621556
(+11 from 1961)
52
No change from 1961
0.00257
19611567
(+30 from 1960)
52
(+3 from 1960)
0.00250
19601597
(+223 from 1959)
49
(+12 from 1959)
0.00236
19591820
(-243 from 1958)
37
(-9 from 1958)
0.00178
19581577
(+128 from 1957)
46
(+6 from 1957)
0.00223
19571705
(-376 from 1956)
40
(-21 from 1956)
0.00191
19561329
(+548 from 1955)
61
(+29 from 1955)
0.00296
19551877
(-372 from 1954)
32
(-13 from 1954)
0.00160
19541505
(+60 from 1953)
45
(+6 from 1953)
0.00226
19531565
(+148 from 1952)
39
(+6 from 1952)
0.00202
19521713
(-331 from 1951)
33
(-13 from 1951)
0.00174
19511382
(+297 from 1950)
46
(+15 from 1950)
0.00249
19501679
(-190 from 1949)
31
(-7 from 1949)
0.00176
19491489
(-176 from 1948)
38
(-11 from 1948)
0.00216
19481313
(+320 from 1947)
49
(+15 from 1947)
0.00281
19471633
(+14 from 1946)
34
(+5 from 1946)
0.00187
19461647
(-335 from 1945)
29
(-8 from 1945)
0.00180
19451312
(+349 from 1944)
37
(+12 from 1944)
0.00275
19441661
(-105 from 1943)
25
(-4 from 1943)
0.00183
19431556
(-169 from 1942)
29
(-5 from 1942)
0.00202
19421387
(+59 from 1941)
34
(+5 from 1941)
0.00245
19411446
(+236 from 1940)
29
(+7 from 1940)
0.00233
19401682
(-168 from 1939)
22
(-3 from 1939)
0.00186
19391514
(+291 from 1938)
25
(+6 from 1938)
0.00220
19381805
(+109 from 1937)
19
(+2 from 1937)
0.00166
19371914
(-113 from 1936)
17
(-1 from 1936)
0.00154
19361801
(-22 from 1935)
18
(-1 from 1935)
0.00167
19351779
(+787 from 1934)
19
(+8 from 1934)
0.00175
19342566
(-405 from 1933)
11
(-3 from 1933)
0.00102
19332161
(+74 from 1932)
14
No change from 1932
0.00134
19322235
(+192 from 1931)
14
(+2 from 1931)
0.00127
19312427
(-928 from 1930)
12
(-15 from 1930)
0.00109
19301499
(+27 from 1929)
27
(+1 from 1929)
0.00231
19291526
(-160 from 1928)
26
(-6 from 1928)
0.00225
19281366
(+221 from 1927)
32
(+5 from 1927)
0.00268
19271587
(-325 from 1926)
27
(-11 from 1926)
0.00218
19261262
(+147 from 1925)
38
(+5 from 1925)
0.00309
19251409
No change from 1924
33
(-1 from 1924)
0.00261
19241409
(-164 from 1923)
34
(-5 from 1923)
0.00262
19231245
(+219 from 1922)
39
(+8 from 1922)
0.00311
19221464
(-227 from 1921)
31
(-8 from 1921)
0.00248
19211237
(+18 from 1920)
39
(+2 from 1920)
0.00305
19201255
(-152 from 1919)
37
(-7 from 1919)
0.00297
19191103
(+23 from 1918)
44
(+1 from 1918)
0.00375
19181126
(+57 from 1917)
43
(+6 from 1917)
0.00358
19171183
(-36 from 1916)
37
(-1 from 1916)
0.00329
19161147
(+43 from 1915)
38
(+5 from 1915)
0.00350
19151190
(-110 from 1914)
33
(+2 from 1914)
0.00322
19141080
(+10 from 1913)
31
(+6 from 1913)
0.00389
19131090
(+207 from 1912)
25
(+8 from 1912)
0.00382
19121297
(+75 from 1911)
17
(+5 from 1911)
0.00290
19111372
(-262 from 1910)
12
(-4 from 1910)
0.00272
19101110
(+42 from 1909)
16
(+3 from 1909)
0.00381
19091152
(+710 from 1908)
13
(+7 from 1908)
0.00353
19081862
(-223 from 1907)
6
(-1 from 1907)
0.00169
19071639
(+292 from 1905)
7
(+2 from 1905)
0.00207
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19051931
(-445 from 1904)
5
(-2 from 1904)
0.00161
19041486
(+108 from 1902)
7
(+1 from 1902)
0.00239
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19021594
First SSA data recorded
6
First SSA data recorded
0.00214
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
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
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 Alexandria

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

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#3312021#3812022#4312023

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#4092021#4502022#3332023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#5402021#6812022#6222023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#2982021#3972022#3982023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#2892021#4362022#2182023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#3262021#3992022#3782023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#4122021#2682022#3052023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#3292021#3942022#4032023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#4812021#3052022#4502023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#3682021#3002022#2652023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#3552021#3972022#3592023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#2992021#3372022#4472023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#3502021#4102022#3242023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#5052021#6352022#4412023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#2002021#2392022#4242023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#2882021#4522022#4372023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#3882021#2862022#2832023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#3192021#4322022#5352023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#2902021#2812022#2802023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#3082021#4072022#3962023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#4852021#5112022#5932023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#3082021#4512022#6222023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#2802021#4022022#2302023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#4332021#3182022#2522023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#2472021#2892022#3152023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#4152021#3232022#5402023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#3272020#2652021#4662022

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#4322020#4392021#4342023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#2552020#2402021#4262022

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#2572020#4642021#6912022

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#2332021#1902022#3212023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#1592021#3672022#3712023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#6392021#7272022#7732023

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#4582017#3312019#3202020

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#3312019#1572020#2472021

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#4052020#3572022#4072023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#6212020#6322021#7492023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#7272017#5812018#8512022

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#2742017#1662018#2412021

Rhode Island (RI)

Rhode Island (RI) flagRhode Island (RI)#942009#1182012#1382015

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#862017#942018#1822021

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#1222014#1522016#1592018

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#1422016#1362018#1382019

Alaska (AK)

Alaska (AK) flagAlaska (AK)#1952014#1372017#1162022

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#1722017#1922019#1622020

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#1502015#1202018#1742019

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#2132006#2182007#2252017

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#772007#622013#612020

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#1122007#2172016#2062019

Vermont (VT)

Vermont (VT) flagVermont (VT)#882007#932012#762014

District of Columbia (DC)

District of Columbia (DC) flagDistrict of Columbia (DC)#1861998#1912000#1962013

Popularity Rankings for Alexandria in other Countries and American Territories

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

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#571999

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#4402013#3062016#3912023

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#3912007#4152013#3232016

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#4232006#4012007#4932019

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#4592020#4512021#7462022

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#8052002#6252005#8732008

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#7162019#6612021#7272023

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#7442008#9822009#9992013

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

Is Alexandria a Name for Boys or Girls?

Alexandria, predominantly a girl’s name, carries an air of strength and nobility. The name’s historical and cultural significance, coupled with its elegant sound, makes it a beloved choice for baby girls.

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

Alexandria in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (Politician, born 1989): An American politician serving as the U.S. Representative for New York's 14th congressional district.
  • Alexandria Mills (Model, born 1992): An American model who was crowned Miss World in 2010.
  • Alexandria Karlsen (Model, born 1978): An American model, author, and actress featured in several high-profile magazines.
  • Alexandria Zahra Jones (Celebrity Child, born 2000): The daughter of English musician David Bowie and Somali-American model Iman.
  • Alexandria "Allie" Quigley (Basketball Player, born 1986): An American-Hungarian professional basketball player in the WNBA.
  • Alexandria Benoit (Actress, born 1994): A Canadian actress and filmmaker known for her roles in independent films.
  • Alexandria Morgan (Model, born 1993): An American model and social media personality.
  • Alexandria DeWitt ("The Walking Dead," 2010 TV Series): A survivor and resident of the Alexandria Safe-Zone.
  • "Alexandria" (2019 Film): A dramatic tale set in the historic city of Alexandria, exploring the lives of its inhabitants.
  • "Alexandria King" (2015 Novel): Follows the journey of a young woman named Alexandria navigating life and love.
  • "Alexandria's Journey" (2017 Children's Book): Chronicles the adventures of a girl named Alexandria as she explores a magical world.
  • Alexandria Montgomery ("Gossip Girl," 2007 TV Series): A socialite who becomes embroiled in the Upper East Side's scandals.
  • "Alexandria" (2014 Song): A ballad celebrating the enduring spirit and beauty of a woman named Alexandria.
  • Alexandria City (Virginia, USA): A historic city located along the Potomac River, adjacent to Washington, D.C.
  • Alexandria City (Louisiana, USA): A city in central Louisiana, located on the south bank of the Red River.
  • Alexandria Park (Sydney, Australia): A public park in Sydney's inner west, offering green spaces and recreational facilities.
  • Alexandria Bay (New York, USA): A village in the Thousand Islands region along the St. Lawrence River.
  • Alexandria City (Egypt): A Mediterranean port city in Egypt, founded by Alexander the Great.
  • Alexandria Township (New Jersey, USA): A township in Hunterdon County, characterized by its rural landscapes.
  • Alexandria Bay (Queensland, Australia): A bay located in Noosa National Park, popular for its scenic views and beaches.

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