Origin and Meaning of Sashia
Meaning & Origin
Defender or protector
Origin: Russian - Sashia is a diminutive of the name Alexandra, which is of Greek origin. Alexandra means 'defender of men' or 'protector'.
Interesting Facts
- Sashia is a modern and less common variant of the traditional name Alexandra, which has been popular across various cultures.
- In Russian culture, diminutive forms of names are often used as terms of endearment, making Sashia a more affectionate version of Alexandra.
- Notable bearers of the name include various figures named Alexandra in history, like Alexandra of Denmark, queen consort of Edward VII of the United Kingdom.
- Sashia has not gained significant popularity in the U.S., where traditional forms like Sasha and Alexandra see more usage.
- Similar names include Sasha, Alex, and Alessandra, which all have connections to the root name Alexandra.