Alessander Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-leh-SAN-der / /əˈlɛsændər/Italian; Greek
Meaning
defender of mankind (Italian); helper of mankind (Greek)
Historical & Cultural Background
Alessander is an Italian variant of the name Alexander, which has Greek roots. The name Alexander was borne by historical figures such as Alexander the Great, a significant figure in ancient history known for his conquests. In Italian culture, variations of Alexander have been popularized through literature and art. The name reflects themes of strength and leadership across various cultures.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Alessandro
- Alex
- Sandro
International Variants
- Aleksandr (Russian)
- Alejandro (Spanish)
- Alexandre (French)
Famous people named Alessander
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Fictional characters named Alessander
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alessander was first seen in the United States in 2003. Alessander has ranked as high as #1353 nationally, which occurred in 2013, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Alessander has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alessander
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2022 | 8 |