Alessandra

Meaning of Alessandra

This name means 'defender of mankind.' It suggests a strong and protective nature.

Alessandra has Italian Greek roots — browse every Italian Greek baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Alessandra

Alessandra has cooled off, slipping to #443 in 2025, down from a peak of #276 in 2015.

Notable people named Alessandra

• Alessandra Ambrosio
  Supermodel, Victoria's Secret Angel
• Alessandra Rich
  Fashion designer, luxury clothing
• Alessandra Stanley
  Journalist, The New York Times
• Alessandra Mussolini
  Politician, granddaughter of Benito
• Alessandra Torre
  Author, romance novels

Questions about the name Alessandra

What does the name Alessandra mean?

Alessandra means this name means 'defender of mankind.' it suggests a strong and protective nature, and it comes from Italian Greek origins.

Is Alessandra a boy's or a girl's name?

Alessandra is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Alessandra?

In 2025, Alessandra ranked #443 for girls, down from #426 the year before.

When was Alessandra most popular?

Alessandra peaked at #276 in 2015.