Alejandro

Pronunciation: [ ahl-ayy-AHNDR-oh ]

Boy Name #185 Most Popular Steady 4 Syllables

Alexander the Great in Spanish, with soul

Spanish Latin American Mexican Argentine

Bold Classic Sophisticated Traditional Strong

Meaning & Origin

"defender of the people"

Origin: Greek

Language: Spanish

"protector of men"

Origin: Greek

Language: Greek

Things to Know About This Name

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.

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

Famous People Named Alejandro

Alejandro Fernandez

Musician

1971

Mexican singer known as El Potrillo, one of Latin music's biggest stars

Alejandro Sanz

Musician

1968

Spanish singer-songwriter and multiple Latin Grammy Award winner

Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu

Artist

1963

Mexican film director who won consecutive Academy Awards for Birdman and The Revenant

Quick Facts

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

Common Nicknames

Alex Ale Jandro Alejo

Pairs Well With

Alejandro Jose Alejandro Luis Alejandro Carlos Alejandro Miguel Alejandro Rafael Alejandro Antonio

Sibling Names

Isabella Sofia Mateo Santiago Valentina Diego

Also a Girl Name

Alejandro is also used as a girl name, ranked #28569.

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Similar Names

Alexander Leander Alexis Evander Zander Alexandre Aleksander Alexandro

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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.