boy name · Italian origin
Alessandro
/ ah-les-SAHN-droh /
Meaning
Alessandro means Defender of the people (Italian).
Gender
Boy
Origin
Italian
Pronunciation
ah-les-SAHN-droh
Popularity
#497 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Alessandro in the US, 1880–2025
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.
What does Alessandro mean?
Alessandro is the Italian form of Alexander, “defender of the people.”
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.
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.