US Popularity:9025
Origin:Greek
Other Origin(s):Italian
Meaning:Defender of mankind; Man's defender
Meaning “defender of mankind,” or “man’s defender,” Allessandra is an Italian variant of the Greek name Alexandra, which itself is derived from the Greek name Alexandros. Alessandra is a name that conveys strength and protection and has a classic elegance. It's a popular name in many Italian-speaking and Portuguese-speaking cultures but comes in many different forms across languages and cultures. This name is also a form of Cassandra, which is associated with the mythical goddess Hera. Fit for an ancient princess, Allessandra is a timeless choice.

Allessandra Name Popularity Data

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2012
#23914
in 2012
- 10420
from 2011
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