Origin and Meaning of Alesandra

Defender of mankind

Origin: Greek - Alesandra is a variant of the name Alexandra, which is derived from the Greek name Alexandros, meaning 'defender of men' (from 'alexein', meaning 'to defend' and 'aner', meaning 'man').

• Alesandra is a less common variation of Alexandra, which has been a popular name in many cultures over centuries.
• Variants of Alexandra can be found across different languages, including Alessandra (Italian), Alejandra (Spanish), and Aleksandra (Slavic).
• Notable bearers of the name Alexandra include Alexandra of Denmark, who became queen consort of the United Kingdom as the wife of Edward VII.
• The popularity of the name Alexandra has fluctuated, peaking in the late 20th century in several English-speaking countries.
• Related names and variations include Lexi, Sasha, and Sandrine, all of which derive from the root name Alexandra.