Alexandra is my daughter's middle name, oddly I love my daughter's middle names more than their first names. I would just use a different nickname. I know several Alexandra's, one of which goes by her full name, the rest of which use nicknames, so it's not the same as a super popular name with no nns like Emma or MiaThis is my mom's name. A person called Alexandra is normally a kind, caring, funny, wild klutz. I wish it could be used more in full but I understand the need for nicknames. I myself deny it." IMO, Alessandra is far superior and much more beautiful.I don't get why people dislike this name. Trying to think of a male name in the place of Katherine.I've never met a Alexandra so to me this a very unique and lovely name .Beautiful and graceful name. To rate names on Nameberry, please register for an account or log in to an existing account.You will receive an email (no more than once per day) summarizing any new mentions of Alexandra on Nameberry. "All men are frauds. Meaning & History Feminine form of ALEXANDER. Some famous bearers of this name include: Alexandra David Neel, and Alexandra Giddens. The great thing about this name is that popular as it may be, there are so many nicknames you can go by (Allie, Alex, Lexie, Sandra, Annie, Lex, Andy, etc).
It consists of 9 letters and 4 syllables and is pronounced Alexandra appeals to parents who seek a name with genuine depth. This would suit every type of girl imoThis is a nice name but it's way overused among girls where I grew up.I have always loved the name Alexandra. Latinate feminine form of Alexander. I like Lexi or even Sasha. Maybe Ally or Lexie.
She goes by Alex but I would love to use it for my daughter. And that's boring to me.Nameberry is a registered trademark of Nameberry, LLC. Sure, it's a bit old fashioned, but it has a dramatic flair to it. The only difference between them is that some admit it.
Etymologically, the name is a compound of the Greek verb ἀλέξειν (alexein; meaning 'to defend') and ἀνήρ (anēr; GEN ἀνδρός, andros; meaning 'man'). The meaning of Alexandra is "defender of mankind". Thus it may be roughly translated as "defender of man" or "protector of man". International variations include Alessandra and Alejandra. The name was one of the epithets given to the Greek goddess Heraand as such is usually taken to mean "one who comes to save warriors". My sister's name is Alexandra, shortened to Alex, and it fits well with Katherine shorted to Katie. I know my mom would be thrilled❤️I've always really loved this name for some reason. Seldom used in the English-speaking world before the 20th century. If you didn't find an alternative name that you like better than Alexandra, try our Please add to or correct the information provided by other members of the Nameberry community.Please add to or correct the information provided by other members of the Nameberry community.I hate how chunky and gross this name feels in my mouth. It consists of 9 letters and 4 syllables and is pronounced A-lex-an-dra . Plus, there are so many nicknames that go along with it (Alex, Allie, Lexi, Xandra). Alexandra (Greek: Ἀλεξάνδρα) is the feminine form of the given name Alexander (Greek: Ἀλέξανδρος, Aléxandros). Would you like to follow Alexandra?Alexandra is the feminine form of Alexander, which ultimately derived from the Greek components These 16 names were selected by our users that were looking for other names like Alexandra. Emma's nicknames are Emmy and Em, and Mia's nickname is Mimi.Ally/Allie is my favorite nickname for Alexandra. The meaning of Alexandra is "defender of mankind". Alexandra is generally used as a girl's name. Alex is my favorite nickname for it too.
Alexandra. Definitely considering this name if I have a daughter.IMO, this is the most BORING name, I know COUNTLESS Alexandra's and they all go by Sasha or Alex and it's time to put an END onto Alexandra. It's much more girlier:)Alexandra: an absolutely lovely elegant classic, with many, many diminutives to choose from. Would you like to fingerspell the name Alexandra in American Sign Language? We're excited that you have an opinion about the name Alexandra. She knows how to make people laugh and lighten the mood and make anyone crack up.
It is of Greek origin, and the meaning of Alexandra is "man's defender". The earliest attested for… In Greek mythology this was a Mycenaean epithet of the goddess Hera, and an alternate name of Cassandra. It was borne by several early Christian saints, and also by the wife of Nicholas II, the last czar of Russia. I also like the form Aleksandra… It's more unique and a bit mysterious. Allie is the one I would use.I love Alexandra, it's strong and feminine, with a wonderful meaning.
And I like it. Alexandra as a girls' name is pronounced al-eks-AHN-dra. I know a couple of Alexandras, and they're all bright, accomplished, classy women :)I love this name, because to me, it sounds strong and beautiful at the same time.I like Alessandra more because it's softer and prettier and obviously more unique, everyone knows an Alexandra.
It consists of 9 letters and 4 syllables and is pronounced Alexandra appeals to parents who seek a name with genuine depth. This would suit every type of girl imoThis is a nice name but it's way overused among girls where I grew up.I have always loved the name Alexandra. Latinate feminine form of Alexander. I like Lexi or even Sasha. Maybe Ally or Lexie.
She goes by Alex but I would love to use it for my daughter. And that's boring to me.Nameberry is a registered trademark of Nameberry, LLC. Sure, it's a bit old fashioned, but it has a dramatic flair to it. The only difference between them is that some admit it.
Etymologically, the name is a compound of the Greek verb ἀλέξειν (alexein; meaning 'to defend') and ἀνήρ (anēr; GEN ἀνδρός, andros; meaning 'man'). The meaning of Alexandra is "defender of mankind". Thus it may be roughly translated as "defender of man" or "protector of man". International variations include Alessandra and Alejandra. The name was one of the epithets given to the Greek goddess Heraand as such is usually taken to mean "one who comes to save warriors". My sister's name is Alexandra, shortened to Alex, and it fits well with Katherine shorted to Katie. I know my mom would be thrilled❤️I've always really loved this name for some reason. Seldom used in the English-speaking world before the 20th century. If you didn't find an alternative name that you like better than Alexandra, try our Please add to or correct the information provided by other members of the Nameberry community.Please add to or correct the information provided by other members of the Nameberry community.I hate how chunky and gross this name feels in my mouth. It consists of 9 letters and 4 syllables and is pronounced A-lex-an-dra . Plus, there are so many nicknames that go along with it (Alex, Allie, Lexi, Xandra). Alexandra (Greek: Ἀλεξάνδρα) is the feminine form of the given name Alexander (Greek: Ἀλέξανδρος, Aléxandros). Would you like to follow Alexandra?Alexandra is the feminine form of Alexander, which ultimately derived from the Greek components These 16 names were selected by our users that were looking for other names like Alexandra. Emma's nicknames are Emmy and Em, and Mia's nickname is Mimi.Ally/Allie is my favorite nickname for Alexandra. The meaning of Alexandra is "defender of mankind". Alexandra is generally used as a girl's name. Alex is my favorite nickname for it too.
Alexandra. Definitely considering this name if I have a daughter.IMO, this is the most BORING name, I know COUNTLESS Alexandra's and they all go by Sasha or Alex and it's time to put an END onto Alexandra. It's much more girlier:)Alexandra: an absolutely lovely elegant classic, with many, many diminutives to choose from. Would you like to fingerspell the name Alexandra in American Sign Language? We're excited that you have an opinion about the name Alexandra. She knows how to make people laugh and lighten the mood and make anyone crack up.
It is of Greek origin, and the meaning of Alexandra is "man's defender". The earliest attested for… In Greek mythology this was a Mycenaean epithet of the goddess Hera, and an alternate name of Cassandra. It was borne by several early Christian saints, and also by the wife of Nicholas II, the last czar of Russia. I also like the form Aleksandra… It's more unique and a bit mysterious. Allie is the one I would use.I love Alexandra, it's strong and feminine, with a wonderful meaning.
And I like it. Alexandra as a girls' name is pronounced al-eks-AHN-dra. I know a couple of Alexandras, and they're all bright, accomplished, classy women :)I love this name, because to me, it sounds strong and beautiful at the same time.I like Alessandra more because it's softer and prettier and obviously more unique, everyone knows an Alexandra.