This italian and portuguese variant of the classic alexandra softens the classic name, while still maintaining its strength and dignity. Alessandra combines italian heritage and greek origins with a powerful meaning, 'defender of mankind.' includes pronunciation guide and global variants. The name alessandra has its roots in the greek name alexandra, which means defender of mankind or protector of humanity Explore alessandra's complete name analysis on namepedia. Read the name meaning, origin, pronunciation, and popularity of the baby name alessandra for girls. The name alessandra is of italian origin and is derived from the greek name alexandra, which means defender of mankind or protector of humanity. it is a feminine form of the name alexander and carries the same powerful and noble connotations.
This name derives from the Ancient Greek “Aléxandros (Ᾰ̓λέξᾰνδρος),” composed of two elements: “aléxō (ἀλέξω)” (keep off, turn aside, guard, protect, defend, help) plus “anḗr (ἀνήρ) andrós (ἀνδρός)” (man “adult male,” husband). In turn, the name means “defender of men, protector of men.” The name alessandra has its roots in the greek name alexandra, which means “defender” or “protector of mankind.” in ancient times, this name was predominantly used for males, but over time, it evolved into a female counterpart, alessandra. Complete 2021 information on the meaning of alessandra, its origin, history, pronunciation, popularity, variants and more as a baby girl name.
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