Alejandro
a-lejand-ro,
al(e)-jan-dro
US Popularity:352
Origin:Spanish
Other Origin(s):Greek
Meaning:Defender of mankind
Alejandro is a masculine name of Spanish and Greek origins. A variant of the name Alexander, this name translates to “defender of mankind," making a powerful reminder for baby to hone their inner strength. As baby carves their own path and discovers their passions and values, the name Alejandro will remind them to defend their beliefs and the people they love.
Famous People Named Alejandro
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Alejandro Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Alejandro is currently #1204 on The Bump
Boy:Alejandro is currently #325 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Alejandro is currently #352 in U.S. births
Boy:Alejandro is currently #126 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#352
in 2022
+ 19
from 2021
Sources
Name Doctor, Alejandro
Behind the Name, Alejandro, December 2019
Behind the Name, Alexander, April 2022
WordSense, Alejandro
Baby Names 2020 by Eleanor Turner, pg. 68
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