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Alejandro
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
145,614
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2001
Peak Popularity Year
4,577
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Alejandro stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Alejandro is a Spanish name that means 'defender of men,' originating from the Greek name Alexandros. It has evolved through various languages, maintaining its core meaning. The name is associated with positive traits such as creativity and charisma, and it has biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the Middle Ages and continues to be a favored name in modern times.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˌɑːlɛˈhændroʊ/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Alejandro is derived from the Greek name Alexandros, which means 'defender of men.' It combines the elements 'alexein,' meaning 'to defend,' and 'aner,' meaning 'man.'
Meaning
defender of men
Language Evolution
Alexandros (Ancient Greek), Alejandro (Spanish), Aleksandr (Russian), Alessandro (Italian)
Historical Usage
The name Alejandro gained popularity in the Spanish-speaking world during the Middle Ages, largely due to the influence of the historical figure Alexander the Great and later Christian saints.
Variants & Derivatives
Alex, Aleks, Alessandro, Aleksandr, Sandro
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Alejandro is a popular name in Spanish-speaking countries and is associated with creativity and charisma. It is often viewed positively in popular culture.
Famous People
Alejandro Sanz (Spanish singer-songwriter), Alejandro González Iñárritu (Mexican film director), Alejandro Jodorowsky (Chilean-French filmmaker and author)
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Gradually Declining
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 4,577 peak births in 2001
Geographic Spread
Popular across 47 US states, with strongest presence in Arizona
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 12 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 2 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 12 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 935th of 7545 | 858 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 709th of 6773 | 1,403 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 560th of 7552 | 3,442 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 276th of 10718 | 12,279 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 132nd of 16616 | 36,828 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 101st of 24088 | 65,008 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 190th of 23106 | 24,924 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 9204th of 9204 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6381st of 19264 | 115 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3409th of 27321 | 474 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7371st of 35406 | 246 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 28476th of 30306 | 6 |