Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Alexandra originates from Greek, meaning 'defender of the people.' It has evolved through various languages, including Ancient Greek and Latin, and is associated with traits of strength and elegance. The name does not have a biblical background. It gained popularity due to historical figures like Alexander the Great and remains a favored choice today.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˌæl.ɪɡˈzænd.rə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Alexandra is derived from the Greek name Alexandros, which means 'defender of the people.' It is a feminine form of Alexander.
Meaning
defender of the people
Language Evolution
Alexandros (Ancient Greek), Alexandra (Latin), Alexandra (Modern Greek)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the Hellenistic period due to the fame of Alexander the Great and has been used in various cultures throughout history.
Variants & Derivatives
Alexandrine, Alessandra, Sandra, Lexi
Modern Popularity & Image
Alexandra is viewed as a strong and elegant name, often associated with royalty and sophistication. It remains popular in many countries.
Famous People
Alexandra of Denmark - Queen Consort of the United Kingdom, Alexandra Daddario - American actress, Alexandra Stewart - Canadian actress
📊 Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Girl Name Trend
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 10,719 peak births in 1993
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 12 different American generations with varying popularity
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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
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4406th of 10718 | 88 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2061st of 16616 | 525 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5407th of 24088 | 233 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 17079th of 23106 | 18 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1204th of 9107 | 702 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 935th of 9204 | 1,108 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 738th of 12526 | 3,322 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 375th of 19264 | 9,912 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 52nd of 27321 | 103,228 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 41st of 35406 | 97,906 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 125th of 30306 | 27,937 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
44.20% 1978th/4475 |
34.71% 1803rd/5194 |
27.59% 1743rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
60.11% 4396th/7313 |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
79.17% 1121st/1416 |
43.22% 596th/1379 |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
83.27% 951st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
59.57% 921st/1546 |
31.68% 493rd/1556 |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
54.43% 842nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
39.11% 871st/2227 |
17.45% 424th/2430 |
41.36% 1180th/2853 |
24.32% 675th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
17.02% 500th/2937 |
6.06% 211th/3483 |
15.32% 539th/3518 |
9.00% 364th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
1.60% 59th/3685 |
0.72% 32nd/4475 |
1.19% 62nd/5194 |
0.65% 41st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
1.09% 50th/4582 |
0.52% 27th/5164 |
0.62% 45th/7313 |
0.47% 35th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
4.19% 167th/3984 |
1.76% 79th/4487 |
2.05% 140th/6822 |
1.91% 120th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in Nevada across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been gradually declining. From 2020-2022, usage has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling for female in South, stalled for male in West, too rising for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been too rising for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too rising for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too rising for female in South, stalled for male in West, too rising for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7545th out of 7545 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4406th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2061st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5407th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17079th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1204th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 935th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 738th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 375th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 52nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 41st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 125th out of 30306 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.