"defender of mankind"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
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"protector of men"
Origin: Slavic
Language: Russian
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The Story of Aleksandra
Aleksandra is the Slavic form of Alexandra, itself derived from the Greek Alexandros, composed of 'alexein' (to defend) and 'aner' (man). The name traveled across Europe with Alexander the Great's conquests in the 4th century BCE and was enthusiastically adopted throughout the Slavic world, where the 'k' spelling became standard. It has been borne by queens, empresses, and saints throughout Eastern European history for over a millennium.
Aleksandra remains consistently popular throughout Russia, Poland, and the Balkans, where it is considered a classic royal name. Western parents have begun adopting this spelling as an alternative to Alexandra that signals Eastern European heritage.
In Russia and Poland, Aleksandra has been the name of royalty and nobility for centuries. The most famous bearer was Aleksandra Fyodorovna, the last Tsarina of Russia. In the Orthodox calendar, Saint Alexandra is celebrated as a martyr.
Historical Record
Aleksandra first appeared in US Social Security records in 1965.
Over 3,062 babies have been named Aleksandra in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Aleksandra is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #3,330 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The nickname Sasha is used for both male and female bearers of this name in Slavic cultures
- Aleksandra Fyodorovna was the last Tsarina of Russia, wife of Nicholas II
- The root 'Aleksi' means 'defender' in Greek, making this one of the oldest virtue names in continuous use
Aleksandra in Other Languages
Greek
Αλεξάνδρα
Arabic
ألكساندرا
Chinese
亚历山德拉
Russian
Александра
Japanese
アレクサンドラ
Popularity Over Time
#3,330
Current Rank
Stable
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Aleksandra
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Aleksandra Krunić
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1993
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Aleksandra Fyodorovna
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1872
Last Empress of Russia, wife of Tsar Nicholas II
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #3,330
- Total SSA Count
- 47
- Cultural Origins
- Russian Polish Serbian Bulgarian Ukrainian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Sasha
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Sandra
Ola
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Frequently Asked Questions About Aleksandra
What does the name Aleksandra mean?
"defender of mankind" (from Greek). "protector of men" (from Slavic). Aleksandra is the Slavic form of Alexandra, itself derived from the Greek Alexandros, composed of 'alexein' (to defend) and 'aner' (man). The name traveled across Europe with Alexander the Great's conquests in the 4th century BCE and was enthusiastically adopted throughout the Slavic world, where the 'k' spelling became standard. It has been borne by queens, empresses, and saints throughout Eastern European history for over a millennium.
What is the origin of the name Aleksandra?
Aleksandra has Greek, Slavic, Russian, Polish, Serbian, Bulgarian, and Ukrainian origins. In Greek, it means "defender of mankind". In Slavic, it means "protector of men".
Is Aleksandra a boy or girl name?
Aleksandra is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Aleksandra?
Aleksandra is currently ranked #3330 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Aleksandra?
Common nicknames for Aleksandra include Sasha, Aleks, Sandra, and Ola.
What are good middle names for Aleksandra?
Popular middle name pairings include Aleksandra Rose, Aleksandra Marie, Aleksandra Grace, Aleksandra Sofia, Aleksandra Nadia, and Aleksandra Vera.
What are good sibling names for Aleksandra?
Names that pair well with Aleksandra as siblings include Nikolai, Dmitri, Natasha, Ivan, Katya, Mikhail, and Anastasia.
How many syllables does Aleksandra have?
Aleksandra has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Aleksandra a common or rare name?
Aleksandra is an uncommon name, ranked #3330 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Aleksandra
Aleksandra is a girl name with Russian, Polish, Serbian, Bulgarian, and Ukrainian origins . The name means "defender of mankind" in Greek .
Aleksandra is currently ranked #3,330 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Aleksandra has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Aleksandra include Sasha, Aleks, Sandra, and Ola. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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