Alessandra

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Alessandra

Gender: Feminine
Language: Italian
Etymology:
Alessandra is the feminine form of Alessandro, the Italian form of Alexandros, a Greek name. Originally it meant “Defender of the People,” from “alexein” (to defend), and “andros” (man).

History:
Alessandra is an Italian feminine form of Alexander and has been found in Italy from the late Middle Ages at least. In the early 21st century United States, it has not become uncommon, partially because of the popular name Alexandra, and partially for a minor vogue for Italian names.

Please see Alexandra for more information.

Pronunciation: al-ess-ahnd-rah.

Diminutives: Sandra.

Popularity:
Percentage from the 1990 U.S. Census:
0.001 % named Alessandra

Popularity of Alessandra:
Popularity (for newborns):
In the United States...
1900-1990: N/A
1990: 831st most popular.
1991: 905th most popular.
1992: 813th most popular.
1993: 915th most popular.
1994: 834th most popular.
1995: 763rd most popular.
1996: 742nd most popular.
1997: 764th most popular.
1998: 759th most popular.
1999: 730th most popular.
2000: 663rd most popular.
2001: 680th most popular.
2002: 633rd most popular.