Alejandra Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-leh-HAN-dra / a.leˈxan.dɾaSpanish; Greek
Meaning
Spanish: defender of mankind; Greek: protector
Historical & Cultural Background
Alejandra is the feminine form of Alejandro, which is derived from the Greek name Alexandros. The name has been popular in Spanish-speaking countries and is often associated with strong historical figures. It has cultural significance in literature and art, often symbolizing strength and protection.
Trend Summary
Alejandra has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often ranking within the top 1000 names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alejandro
- Alexandra
International Variants
- Alejandro (Spanish)
- Alexandre (French)
- Alessandro (Italian)
Famous people named Alejandra
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Fictional characters named Alejandra
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alejandra was first seen in the United States in 1972. Alejandra has ranked as high as #1204 nationally, which occurred in 1992, and has been most popular in California, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Alejandra has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alejandra (2001)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 11 |
| 1981 | 15 |
| 1982 | 15 |
| 1983 | 23 |
| 1984 | 10 |
| 1985 | 17 |
| 1986 | 23 |
| 1987 | 17 |
| 1988 | 20 |
| 1989 | 18 |
| 1990 | 31 |
| 1991 | 32 |
| 1992 | 37 |
| 1993 | 32 |
| 1994 | 36 |
| 1995 | 26 |
| 1996 | 14 |
| 1997 | 24 |
| 1998 | 15 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2020 | 5 |