Alejandro Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-leh-HAHN-droh / a.leˈxan.dɾoSpanish; Greek
Meaning
Spanish: defender of mankind; Greek: protector
Historical & Cultural Background
Alejandro is the Spanish form of the name Alexander, which has roots in ancient Greek. The name has been popular in Spanish-speaking countries and is often associated with historical figures, including military leaders and royalty. It has been widely used in literature and culture, symbolizing strength and protection.
Trend Summary
Alejandro has maintained consistent popularity in the United States, particularly among Hispanic communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alejo
- Alex
International Variants
- Alessandro (Italian)
- Aleksander (Polish)
- Alexandre (French)
- Aleksandr (Russian)
Famous people named Alejandro
Alejandro González Iñárritu is a Mexican film director known for his work on films such as 'Birdman' and 'The Revenant'.
Alejandro Sanz is a Spanish singer-songwriter recognized for his contributions to Latin pop music.
Alejandro Jodorowsky is a Chilean-French filmmaker and author known for his avant-garde films and graphic novels.
Alejandro Escovedo is an American musician celebrated for his blend of rock, punk, and Americana.
Fictional characters named Alejandro
Alejandro is a character in the video game series 'Call of Duty', known for his role in the storyline.
Alejandro is a character in the animated film 'The Book of Life', representing a key figure in the narrative.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alejandro was first seen in the United States in 1885. Alejandro has ranked as high as #152 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Illinois, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Alejandro has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alejandro (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 462 | |
CA | 409 | |
FL | 187 | |
AZ | 100 | |
NY | 70 | |
IL | 56 | |
WA | 45 | |
NC | 44 | |
GA | 36 | |
VA | 36 | |
NV | 33 | |
TN | 29 | |
IN | 29 | |
MA | 24 | |
OH | 24 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1885 | 5 |
1887 | 5 |
1890 | 5 |
1898 | 5 |
1900 | 6 |
1901 | 5 |
1902 | 6 |
1903 | 8 |
1904 | 8 |
1905 | 7 |
1907 | 7 |
1908 | 8 |
1909 | 11 |
1910 | 7 |
1912 | 9 |
1913 | 14 |
1914 | 23 |
1915 | 24 |
1916 | 31 |
1917 | 42 |
1918 | 37 |
1919 | 41 |
1920 | 67 |
1921 | 70 |
1922 | 63 |
1923 | 70 |
1924 | 58 |
1925 | 87 |
1926 | 67 |
1927 | 88 |
1928 | 79 |
1929 | 83 |
1930 | 102 |
1931 | 89 |
1932 | 83 |
1933 | 81 |
1934 | 78 |
1935 | 81 |
1936 | 62 |
1937 | 74 |
1938 | 61 |
1939 | 64 |
1940 | 85 |
1941 | 72 |
1942 | 60 |
1943 | 69 |
1944 | 94 |
1945 | 86 |
1946 | 105 |
1947 | 116 |
1948 | 134 |
1949 | 117 |
1950 | 117 |
1951 | 149 |
1952 | 175 |
1953 | 152 |
1954 | 161 |
1955 | 154 |
1956 | 178 |
1957 | 211 |
1958 | 205 |
1959 | 211 |
1960 | 201 |
1961 | 247 |
1962 | 247 |
1963 | 262 |
1964 | 300 |
1965 | 282 |
1966 | 313 |
1967 | 310 |
1968 | 421 |
1969 | 516 |
1970 | 587 |
1971 | 681 |
1972 | 702 |
1973 | 763 |
1974 | 870 |
1975 | 1,024 |
1976 | 1,076 |
1977 | 1,082 |
1978 | 1,108 |
1979 | 1,241 |
1980 | 1,303 |
1981 | 1,489 |
1982 | 1,499 |
1983 | 1,334 |
1984 | 1,320 |
1985 | 1,459 |
1986 | 1,633 |
1987 | 1,586 |
1988 | 1,608 |
1989 | 2,085 |
1990 | 2,643 |
1991 | 2,787 |
1992 | 3,176 |
1993 | 3,535 |
1994 | 3,468 |
1995 | 3,530 |
1996 | 3,676 |
1997 | 3,998 |
1998 | 4,044 |
1999 | 4,319 |
2000 | 4,510 |
2001 | 4,557 |
2002 | 4,356 |
2003 | 4,317 |
2004 | 4,451 |
2005 | 4,481 |
2006 | 4,551 |
2007 | 4,281 |
2008 | 4,168 |
2009 | 3,443 |
2010 | 3,712 |
2011 | 3,091 |
2012 | 2,729 |
2013 | 2,469 |
2014 | 2,602 |
2015 | 2,316 |
2016 | 2,208 |
2017 | 2,032 |
2018 | 1,900 |
2019 | 1,971 |
2020 | 1,792 |
2021 | 1,843 |
2022 | 1,964 |
2023 | 1,835 |
2024 | 1,992 |