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Alexandra
“Defender of the people” — English
About Alexandra
Alexandra is a grand and regal English girl's name boasting the empowering meaning "defender of the people." With its sweeping elegance and historical weight, this sophisticated name offers both nobility and a wealth of spunky nicknames. It is a timeless, magnificent choice for a little girl destined to lead.
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Popularity in the U.S.
Alexandra ranks #221 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 1,387 births..
Alexandra popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Alexandra had 1,387 births in 2024.
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| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 3,003 | #100 |
| 2016 | 2,850 | #110 |
| 2017 | 2,601 | #120 |
| 2018 | 2,406 | #125 |
| 2019 | 2,126 | #130 |
| 2020 | 1,954 | #137 |
| 2021 | 1,725 | #169 |
| 2022 | 1,551 | #190 |
| 2023 | 1,473 | #204 |
| 2024 | 1,387 | #221 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Alexandra Rose
- Alexandra Claire
- Alexandra June
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Alexandra mean?
Alexandra is commonly linked to the meaning Defender of the people and is associated with English roots.
Is Alexandra a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Alexandra ranks #221 in U.S. SSA 2024 girls data with 1,387 births..
What are common nicknames for Alexandra?
Popular nicknames include Alex, Alexie, Alexy, Ale, Xandra.