Alesandro Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ah-leh-SAHN-droh /ˌæl.ɪˈsænd.roʊ/
Origin: Italian; Spanish
Meaning: Italian: defender of mankind; Spanish: protector
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Alesandro is a variant of the name Alessandro, which is the Italian form of the Greek name Alexandros. The etymology of Alexandros can be traced back to the Greek roots 'alexein,' meaning 'to defend,' and 'aner,' meaning 'man.' Thus, the literal meaning of Alexandros is 'defender of men.' The name entered the English language through Latin, where it was adapted as Alexander, and subsequently influenced various European languages, including Italian, where it became Alessandro, and later Alesandro as a variant form.
Historically, the name Alexander has significant milestones, notably due to its association with Alexander the Great, who reigned from 336 to 323 BCE and is renowned for his vast empire and military conquests. The name gained further prominence through biblical references, particularly in the New Testament, where Alexander is mentioned as a common name among early Christians.
The translation of the Bible into various languages, including the Latin Vulgate and later the King James Bible in the early 17th century, helped solidify the name's presence in Christian contexts. Culturally, the name Alesandro and its variants have been associated with qualities of strength, leadership, and protection, reflecting its etymological roots.
The name has been borne by various historical figures, including saints and rulers, contributing to its enduring legacy. In Italian culture, diminutive forms such as Sandro are commonly used, reflecting a tradition of affectionate naming.
Overall, the name Alesandro carries a rich historical and cultural significance, rooted in its ancient origins and the legacy of notable figures throughout history.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alesandro was first seen in the United States in 1972.
Alesandro has ranked as high as #1273 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in California, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Alesandro has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Alesandro is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Alesandro was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Alesandro (2008)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Alesandro.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 6 |
| 2023 | 10 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2014 | 13 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2012 | 7 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2009 | 13 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2006 | 15 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2001 | 10 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1997 | 7 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1972 | 5 |