Alejo Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Alejo Name at a Glance

Name	Alejo
Meaning	Diminutive of Alexander: Defender of men; protector of mankind.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Alejo Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Alejo means “Diminutive of Alexander: Defender of men; protector of mankind”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Alejo Name Origin

Our database records Alejo under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Alejo a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Alejo is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Alejo

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