Alessandra
Alessandra: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Alessandra
- A female given name from Italian, equivalent to English Alexandra.
Etymology
Borrowed from Italian Alessandra.
How popular is Alessandra?
Since 1880, 24,836 girls in the U.S. have been named Alessandra. Its highest rank for girls was #276 in 2015. In 2025 it ranked #443 for girls, with 697 babies given the name.
Names similar to Alessandra
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Alessandra
Sister and brother names that share Alessandra's Italian roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Alessandra FAQ
What does the name Alessandra mean?
A female given name from Italian, equivalent to English Alexandra. Borrowed from Italian Alessandra.
What is the origin of the name Alessandra?
Alessandra is listed as a name of Italian origin.
How popular is the name Alessandra?
Since 1880, 24,836 girls in the U.S. have been named Alessandra. Its highest rank for girls was #276 in 2015. In 2025 it ranked #443 for girls, with 697 babies given the name.
Is Alessandra a boy or girl name?
Alessandra is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 24,836 girls and 0 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.