Alessandra Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Alessandra is listed in our database as a girl name of Italian origin. Its recorded meaning is “Defender of mankind. Feminine of Alexander”.

Alessandra Name at a Glance

Name Alessandra
Meaning Defender of mankind. Feminine of Alexander.
Origin Italian
Gender Girl

What Does the Name Alessandra Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Alessandra means “Defender of mankind. Feminine of Alexander”. 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.

Alessandra Name Origin

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

Is Alessandra a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Alessandra

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