Alessandro
Alessandro first appears in US records in 1933. It peaked in 2025, when 608 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 608.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Alessandro popular?
Near its peak Alessandro is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
| 2020s | 3,133 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 3,910 | |
| 2000s | 2,932 | |
| 1990s | 1,081 | |
| 1980s | 492 | |
| 1970s | 273 | |
| 1960s | 133 | |
| 1950s | 38 | |
| 1940s | 5 | |
| 1930s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Alessandro mean?
Alessandro is the Italian form of Alexander, “defender of the people.”
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Alessandro mean?
Alessandro means Defender of the people. Alessandro is the Italian form of Alexander, “defender of the people.”
What is the origin of the name Alessandro?
Alessandro is of Italian origin.
How do you pronounce Alessandro?
Alessandro is pronounced “ah-les-SAHN-droh.”
Is Alessandro a boy or a girl name?
Alessandro is most commonly used as a boy name.
Is Alessandro a popular name right now?
Alessandro is more popular now than at almost any point on record, peaking in 2025.
How popular is the name Alessandro?
In 2025, Alessandro ranked #497 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Alessandro most popular?
Alessandro was most popular in 2025, when about 608 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Alessandro?
Names similar to Alessandro include Vincenzo, Andrea, Francesco, Federico, Nicola.
What names go well with Alessandro?
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