Alejandra
Alejandra: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Alejandra
- A female given name from Spanish, equivalent to English Alexandra.
Etymology
Borrowed from Spanish Alejandra. Doublet of Alexandra.
How popular is Alejandra?
Since 1880, 54,015 girls and 530 boys in the U.S. have been named Alejandra (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #145 in 1994. Its highest rank for boys was #2086 in 1992. In 2025 it ranked #604 for girls, with 486 babies given the name.
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Alejandra FAQ
What does the name Alejandra mean?
A female given name from Spanish, equivalent to English Alexandra. Borrowed from Spanish Alejandra. Doublet of Alexandra.
What is the origin of the name Alejandra?
Alejandra is listed as a name of Spanish origin.
How popular is the name Alejandra?
Since 1880, 54,015 girls and 530 boys in the U.S. have been named Alejandra (99% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #145 in 1994. Its highest rank for boys was #2086 in 1992. In 2025 it ranked #604 for girls, with 486 babies given the name.
Is Alejandra a boy or girl name?
Alejandra is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 54,015 girls and 530 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.