Alessandro

Meaning of Alessandro

This name means 'defender of mankind' or 'protector of people.' It suggests someone who is strong and watchful.

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

Popularity of Alessandro

Alessandro is more popular than ever, reaching a new high of #497 in 2025 from #940 in 2000.

Notable people named Alessandro

• Alessandro Del Piero
  Legendary Italian football player
• Alessandro Volta
  Inventor of the electric battery
• Alessandro Nivola
  American film and stage actor
• Alessandro Michele
  Fashion designer, ex-Gucci director
• Alessandro Gassmann
  Italian actor and film director

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Questions about the name Alessandro

What does the name Alessandro mean?

Alessandro means this name means 'defender of mankind' or 'protector of people.' it suggests someone who is strong and watchful, and it comes from Greek origins.

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

Alessandro is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Alessandro?

In 2025, Alessandro ranked #497 for boys, up from #549 the year before.

When was Alessandro most popular?

Alessandro peaked at #497 in 2025.