Aleksandra: Name Meaning and Origin
Pronounced: Aleksandra · 4 syllables
Everything about the name Aleksandra: what it means, where it comes from, how to say it, and how popular it is right now.
Meaning
«Defender of people»
Gender
Girl
Origin
Greek
Popularity
95 out of 100
Where Aleksandra is popular
- RussiaFederal Tax Service ЕГР ЗАГС analytics portalTop 10
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About the Name Aleksandra
Aleksandra draws on Greek tradition and is generally taken to mean "Defender of people." As a girl's name it balances heritage with everyday familiarity.
The name is pronounced Aleksandra and carries 4 syllables. Aleksandra is usually used in full, without a common nickname. Across languages you'll also come across related forms and spellings such as Александра.
Today Aleksandra is a very popular choice, scoring 95 out of 100 on our popularity index. In feel it reads as strong.
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Variants & Related Spellings
FAQ
What does the name Aleksandra mean?+
The name Aleksandra means "Defender of people".
What is the origin of the name Aleksandra?+
Aleksandra is a name of Greek origin.
Is Aleksandra a girl or boy name?+
Aleksandra is traditionally a girl name.
How do you pronounce Aleksandra?+
Aleksandra is pronounced Aleksandra (4 syllables).
Is Aleksandra a popular name?+
Aleksandra is a very popular choice, scoring 95 out of 100 in our popularity index.
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