Alessandra

/a.les.ˈsan.dra/

Alessandra is the Italian form of Alexandra, from the Greek Alexandros - alexein (“to defend”) and aner (“man”). The name means “defender of men.”

US Rank 2024
No. 426
Births
722

While Alexandra is common worldwide, the Italian Alessandra carries a particular romantic elegance. It has been used in Italy since the Renaissance.

Alessandra ranked No. 426 in 2024 with 722 births. It peaked at No. 276 in 2015 with 1,141 births, reflecting Italian-name appeal in the US.

What the name Alessandra means

Brazilian supermodel Alessandra Ambrosio raised the name’s international profile. Her fame brought this Italian form to American attention.

Four syllables - ah-leh-SAHN-dra - unfold with operatic grandeur. The name feels lush and expressive, ideal for parents who love lengthy, romantic names.

Common nicknames include Alessa, Ale, Sandy, and Andra. The full form is imposing; the short forms are approachable.

US popularity over time

Numerology and symbolism

Based on Pythagorean numerology — a traditional system linking name letters to numbers. Presented for cultural interest.

A(1) + L(3) + E(5) + S(1) + S(1) + A(1) + N(5) + D(4) + R(9) + A(1) = 31 = 4
Destiny number
4
Stability
Sum of all letters, reduced to a single digit
Soul urge
8
Achievement
Sum of vowels only - reveals inner desires
Expression
5
Adaptability
Sum of consonants - how others perceive you
Letters 10
Vowels / consonants 4 / 6
Birthstone Emerald
Lucky color Green

Famous people named Alessandra

Alessandra Martines (b. 1963) Actor and performer (born 1963)
Alessandra Martines (b. 1963) Actor and performer (born 1963)
Alessandra Martines (b. 1963) Actor and performer (born 1963)
Alessandra Mastronardi (b. 1986) Actor and performer (born 1986)
Alessandra Mastronardi (b. 1986) Actor and performer (born 1986)
Alessandra Mastronardi (b. 1986) Actor and performer (born 1986)
Alessandra Torresani (b. 1987) Actor and performer (born 1987)
Alessandra Torresani (b. 1987) Actor and performer (born 1987)
Alessandra Torresani (b. 1987) Actor and performer (born 1987)

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Researched by MyGall Research · Updated April 15, 2026
Girl Greek Italian 4 syllables defender of men

Where it ranks highest

DE No. 162 DC No. 173 RI No. 192 HI No. 203 NM No. 204 TX No. 224 FL No. 226 CA No. 231 AZ No. 236 NE No. 270 NY No. 298 CT No. 300 ID No. 316 CO No. 344 NJ No. 356 IA No. 366 MA No. 370 OK No. 406 IL No. 422 MD No. 442 KS No. 503 NV No. 506 WA No. 518 OR No. 564 AR No. 575 AL No. 621 NC No. 648 PA No. 688 UT No. 689 LA No. 707 KY No. 729 VA No. 731 MO No. 732 MN No. 758 SC No. 790 WI No. 841 OH No. 881 GA No. 920 MI No. 972 IN No. 1047 TN No. 1182

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