Alessandro Boy
Origin(s)
Italian; Greek
Meaning
Italian: defender of mankind; Greek: helper of mankind
Historical & Cultural Background
Alessandro is the Italian form of Alexander, which has roots in ancient Greek. The name has been popular in Italy since the Renaissance and has been borne by several notable figures throughout history. It is often associated with strength and leadership due to its historical connections to Alexander the Great. The name remains widely used in various cultures today.
Trend Summary
Alessandro has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Alex, Alexander, Alexis, Alejandro, Alec, Alaric, Alarico
Variants
- Alessandro
- Alexandro
International Variants
- Alejandro (Spanish)
- Alexandre (French)
- Alessandros (Greek)
Famous people named Alessandro
Alessandro Volta was an Italian physicist known for his pioneering work in electricity and the invention of the voltaic pile.
Alessandro Manzoni was an Italian novelist and poet, best known for his historical novel 'The Betrothed'.
Alessandro Del Piero is a retired Italian footballer who is regarded as one of the greatest players in the history of Italian football.
Alessandro Michele is an Italian fashion designer who served as the creative director of Gucci, known for his innovative designs.
Fictional characters named Alessandro
Alessandro is a character in the novel 'The Betrothed' by Alessandro Manzoni, representing the struggles of love and fate.
Alessandro is a character in the video game 'Assassin's Creed II', serving as a key figure in the story of Renaissance Italy.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alessandro was first seen in the United States in 1933. Alessandro has ranked as high as #851 nationally which occurred in 2023 and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Alessandro has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alessandro (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 109 | |
| TX | 106 | |
| FL | 86 | |
| NY | 27 | |
| GA | 18 | |
| IL | 15 | |
| NC | 14 | |
| AZ | 13 | |
| MA | 11 | |
| PA | 10 | |
| NV | 10 | |
| IN | 8 | |
| WA | 8 | |
| VA | 7 | |
| OR | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 12 |
| 1959 | 7 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 14 |
| 1963 | 12 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 17 |
| 1966 | 16 |
| 1967 | 18 |
| 1968 | 19 |
| 1969 | 15 |
| 1970 | 24 |
| 1971 | 26 |
| 1972 | 20 |
| 1973 | 27 |
| 1974 | 26 |
| 1975 | 27 |
| 1976 | 28 |
| 1977 | 31 |
| 1978 | 29 |
| 1979 | 34 |
| 1980 | 35 |
| 1981 | 35 |
| 1982 | 29 |
| 1983 | 38 |
| 1984 | 45 |
| 1985 | 51 |
| 1986 | 54 |
| 1987 | 55 |
| 1988 | 62 |
| 1989 | 88 |
| 1990 | 74 |
| 1991 | 80 |
| 1992 | 88 |
| 1993 | 86 |
| 1994 | 110 |
| 1995 | 90 |
| 1996 | 113 |
| 1997 | 108 |
| 1998 | 163 |
| 1999 | 169 |
| 2000 | 162 |
| 2001 | 159 |
| 2002 | 248 |
| 2003 | 263 |
| 2004 | 299 |
| 2005 | 315 |
| 2006 | 385 |
| 2007 | 326 |
| 2008 | 396 |
| 2009 | 379 |
| 2010 | 351 |
| 2011 | 364 |
| 2012 | 342 |
| 2013 | 389 |
| 2014 | 422 |
| 2015 | 370 |
| 2016 | 368 |
| 2017 | 401 |
| 2018 | 454 |
| 2019 | 449 |
| 2020 | 429 |
| 2021 | 454 |
| 2022 | 547 |
| 2023 | 555 |
| 2024 | 539 |