Alexandra
Alexandra first appears in US records in 1894. It peaked in 1993, when 10,683 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,314.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Alexandra popular?
Declining Alexandra is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1993 peak.
| 2020s | 9,421 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 30,971 | |
| 2000s | 61,253 | |
| 1990s | 94,806 | |
| 1980s | 34,817 | |
| 1970s | 6,960 | |
| 1960s | 3,244 | |
| 1950s | 1,598 | |
| 1940s | 1,169 | |
| 1930s | 444 | |
| 1920s | 370 | |
| 1910s | 327 | |
| 1900s | 58 | |
| 1890s | 13 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Alexandra mean?
Alexandra is the feminine of Alexander, from the Greek for “defender of the people.” It has long been a favourite among European royalty.
Nicknames for Alexandra
- Alex
- Lexi
- Sasha
- Sandra
Variants & spellings
- Aleksandra
- Alessandra
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Alexandra mean?
Alexandra means Defender of the people. Alexandra is the feminine of Alexander, from the Greek for “defender of the people.” It has long been a favourite among European royalty.
What is the origin of the name Alexandra?
Alexandra is of Greek origin.
How do you pronounce Alexandra?
Alexandra is pronounced “al-ig-ZAN-druh.”
Is Alexandra a boy or a girl name?
Alexandra is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Alexandra a popular name right now?
Alexandra is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 1993 peak.
How popular is the name Alexandra?
In 2025, Alexandra ranked #237 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Alexandra most popular?
Alexandra was most popular in 1993, when about 10,683 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Alexandra?
Common nicknames for Alexandra include Alex, Lexi, Sasha, Sandra.
What names are similar to Alexandra?
Names similar to Alexandra include Victoria, Gabriella, Isabella, Juliana.
What names go well with Alexandra?
Greek names that pair well with Alexandra include Christopher, Cynthia, Andrew, Helen, Timothy.