"defender of the people"
Origin: Greek
Language: Spanish
Alejandro
Pronunciation: [ ahl-ayy-AHNDR-oh ]
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"protector of men"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
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- The Lady Gaga song Alejandro (2010) associated the name with a dramatic, flamboyant aesthetic in pop culture, a selling point for some, a minor consideration for others
The Story of Alejandro
Alejandro is the Spanish form of Alexander, from the Greek Alexandros, combining alexein (to defend) and andros (man) to mean defender of men. Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) spread the name from Greece to Egypt, Persia, and India. Through the Latin Alexandrus and then Spanish Alejandro, the name became one of the most beloved in the Spanish-speaking world.
Alejandro is perennially in the Top 50 names across most Spanish-speaking countries. In the US, it has been a Top 100 name consistently, driven by the large Hispanic population. Lady Gaga's 2010 hit Alejandro brought international attention to the name, even among non-Spanish speakers.
Alexander the Great is a revered historical figure across much of the world he conquered. In Latin American culture, Alejandro carries both classical prestige and warm, everyday familiarity.
Historical Record
Alejandro first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 142,009 babies have been named Alejandro in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Alejandro is past its peak , currently ranked #185 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Alexander the Great created one of the largest empires in history by age 30
- Lady Gaga's Alejandro (2010) reached #12 on the Billboard Hot 100
- Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu is the only Latin American director to win consecutive Best Director Oscars (2015, 2016)
Alejandro in Other Languages
Greek
Alexandros
Arabic
Al-Iskandar
French
Alexandre
Italian
Alessandro
Russian
Aleksandr
Portuguese
Alexandre
Popularity Over Time
#185
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1999
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Alejandro
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Alejandro Fernandez
Musician
1971
Mexican singer known as El Potrillo, one of Latin music's biggest stars
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Alejandro Sanz
Musician
1968
Spanish singer-songwriter and multiple Latin Grammy Award winner
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Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu
Artist
1963
Mexican film director who won consecutive Academy Awards for Birdman and The Revenant
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #185
- Total SSA Count
- 1,992
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Latin American Mexican Argentine
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Alejandro
What does the name Alejandro mean?
"defender of the people" (from Greek). "protector of men" (from Greek). Alejandro is the Spanish form of Alexander, from the Greek Alexandros, combining alexein (to defend) and andros (man) to mean defender of men. Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) spread the name from Greece to Egypt, Persia, and India. Through the Latin Alexandrus and then Spanish Alejandro, the name became one of the most beloved in the Spanish-speaking world.
What is the origin of the name Alejandro?
Alejandro has Greek, Spanish, Latin American, Mexican, and Argentine origins. In Greek, it means "defender of the people". In Greek, it means "protector of men".
Is Alejandro a boy or girl name?
Alejandro is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #185. As a girl name, it is ranked #28569. Alejandro is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Alejandro?
Alejandro is pronounced ahl-ayy-AHNDR-oh.
How popular is the name Alejandro?
Alejandro is currently ranked #185 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Alejandro?
Common nicknames for Alejandro include Alex, Ale, Jandro, and Alejo.
What are good middle names for Alejandro?
Popular middle name pairings include Alejandro Jose, Alejandro Luis, Alejandro Carlos, Alejandro Miguel, Alejandro Rafael, and Alejandro Antonio.
What are good sibling names for Alejandro?
Names that pair well with Alejandro as siblings include Isabella, Sofia, Mateo, Santiago, Valentina, and Diego.
How many syllables does Alejandro have?
Alejandro has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Alejandro a common or rare name?
Alejandro is a popular name, ranked #185 for boys. It is well-known without being overused.
About the Name Alejandro
Alejandro is a boy name with Spanish, Latin American, Mexican, and Argentine origins . The name means "defender of the people" in Greek .
Is Alejandro a boy or girl name? Alejandro is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #185 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #28,569. Alejandro is more commonly used as a boy name.
Alejandro is currently ranked #185 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Alejandro has 4 syllables and is pronounced ahl-ayy-AHNDR-oh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Alejandro include Alex, Ale, Jandro, and Alejo. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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