Meaning: Defender of the people
The story
Alessandra is the Italian form of Alexandra, in the Alexander name family. Its Greek roots connect it with defending people; Sandra is a familiar shortened form.
Nicknames
- Alessa
- Sandra
- Lexi
- Sandi
Spellings & variants
- Alexandra
- Alejandra
- Aleksandra
Popularity
Familiar
In the US top 1,000 — familiar, not everywhere.
Similar position in the latest US rankings
Style
Origins
Alessandra comes from Italian.
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Feminine form of Valerius, associated with being strong
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Diminutive of Marcus; probably related to Mars
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Feminine form of Valentinus, associated with strength and health
Martina
Feminine of Martin; related to Mars
Giuliana
Belonging to the Julius family; origin uncertain
Federica
Peaceful ruler
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