Alexandrina Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciational-ex-an-DREE-nah / ˌæl.ɛk.sənˈdriː.nəGreek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: defender of men; Latin: noble
Historical & Cultural Background
Alexandrina is a feminine form of the name Alexander, which has roots in Greek culture. The name has been used in various royal families, notably in the 19th century. It gained popularity in several European countries, particularly in the context of nobility and royalty. The name is often associated with strength and leadership due to its connection to Alexander the Great.
Trend Summary
Alexandrina has seen limited popularity in the U.S., remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alexandra
- Alexandrine
International Variants
- Alessandra (Italian)
- Alejandra (Spanish)
- Alexandrine (French)
Famous people named Alexandrina
Alexandrina Victoria was the queen of the United Kingdom from 1837 to 1901, known as Queen Victoria.
Alexandrina of Romania was a Romanian princess and the daughter of King Ferdinand I of Romania.
Alexandrina M. K. was a notable Russian poet and writer in the early 20th century.
Alexandrina Ionescu is a contemporary Romanian artist known for her contributions to modern art.
Fictional characters named Alexandrina
Alexandrina is a character in the novel 'The Last of the Mohicans' by James Fenimore Cooper, representing a strong female figure.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alexandrina was first seen in the United States in 1914. Alexandrina has ranked as high as #1184 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Alexandrina has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alexandrina (1995)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1920 | 5 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 12 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 9 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 9 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2018 | 6 |