This italian and portuguese variant of the classic alexandra softens the classic name, while still maintaining its strength and dignity. Discover the full meaning, history, and significance of the name alessandra. Alessandra combines italian heritage and greek origins with a powerful meaning, 'defender of mankind.' includes pronunciation guide and global variants.
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Read the name meaning, origin, pronunciation, and popularity of the baby name alessandra for girls.
The name alessandra has its roots in the greek name alexandra, which means defender of mankind or protector of humanity
Explore alessandra's complete name analysis on namepedia. This name derives from the Ancient Greek “Aléxandros (Ᾰ̓λέξᾰνδρος),” composed of two elements: “aléxō (ἀλέξω)” (keep off, turn aside, guard, protect, defend, help) plus “anḗr (ἀνήρ) andrós (ἀνδρός)” (man “adult male,” husband). In turn, the name means “defender of men, protector of men.” The name alessandra has its roots in the greek name alexandra, which means “defender” or “protector of mankind.” in ancient times, this name was predominantly used for males, but over time, it evolved into a female counterpart, alessandra. Alessandra is a female name of italian, greek origin meaning defender of men, defender of mankind
