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The baby name Alessandra is a Female name , 4 syllables long and is pronounced {'italian_IPA': '/alesˈsandra/', 'english_IPA': '/əˌlɛsˈændrə/', 'italian_respelling': 'ah-less-SAHN-drah', 'english_respelling': 'uh-LESS-an-druh'}.

Alessandra is Italian in Origin.

Gender: Female
Syllables: 4.0
Origin: Italian
Pronunciation: {'italian_IPA': '/alesˈsandra/', 'english_IPA': '/əˌlɛsˈændrə/', 'italian_respelling': 'ah-less-SAHN-drah', 'english_respelling': 'uh-LESS-an-druh'}

What is the meaning of the name Alessandra ?

The baby name Alessandra is a Female name , 4 syllables long and is pronounced {'italian_IPA': '/alesˈsandra/', 'english_IPA': '/əˌlɛsˈændrə/', 'italian_respelling': 'ah-less-SAHN-drah', 'english_respelling': 'uh-LESS-an-druh'}.

Alessandra is Italian in Origin.

Alessandra is the Italian form of Alexandra, ultimately from Greek Alexandros (alexein “to defend, help” + anēr/andros “man”), yielding the meaning “defender of mankind.” The name gained currency on the Italian peninsula through the cult of Saint Alexandra and the Renaissance taste for classical nomenclature, appearing in patrician and courtly records from the 15th century onward and remaining visible through the Baroque and modern periods. In the 20th century it became firmly established in Italy and, via Italian migration, achieved popularity in parts of Latin America - especially Brazil, where the Italian spelling is common alongside Portuguese Alexandra.

International cognates include Alexandra (English, French, German, Portuguese), Aleksandra (Slavic languages), and Alejandra (Spanish). Italian variants and diminutives include Alessa, Ale, Sandra, Sandrina, and Alessandrina; English nicknames such as Ally/Allie and Sandy also occur. Related forms are Alessia and the rare Alixandra.

Alessandra has the following similar or variant Names

Famous people with the name Alessandra

Alessandra Ambrosio Actor · Born 1981 · United States Alessandra Ambrosio is a Brazilian model best known for her work with Victoria's Secret. She became especially well known as a Victoria's Secret Angel and as the first spokesmodel for the brand's PINK line. Alessandra Mussolini Musician|politician · Born 1962 · Italy Alessandra Mussolini is best known as an Italian politician who has served in both houses of the Italian Parliament and in the European Parliament. She has also worked as a television personality, model, actress, and singer. Alessandra Torresani Actor · Born 1987 · United States Alessandra Torresani is best known for her role as Zoe Graystone in the science fiction television series Caprica. Born in 1987 in the United States, she has also appeared in popular shows like The Big Bang Theory and American Horror Story. Her work in these series has made her a familiar face in the world of television.
Alessandra Mastronardi Actor · Born 1986 · Italy Alessandra Mastronardi is an Italian actress best known for her roles in To Rome with Love, Master of None, and The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent. Born on February 18, 1986, she earned a Critics' Choice Television Award nomination in 2017 for her supporting work in the comedy series Master of None. Alessandra Martines Actor|musician · Born 1963 · Italy Alessandra Martines is an Italian-French dancer and actress best known for her ballet and television work in Europe. She began performing ballet at a young age on opera stages in Switzerland, France, the United States, and Italy, and later became a lead performer on RAI’s televised ballets and entertainment shows in the 1980s. Alessandra Negrini Actor · Born 1970 · Brazil Alessandra Negrini is a Brazilian actress best known for her roles in popular telenovelas such as 'Anjo Mau' and 'Paraíso Tropical'. Born in 1970, she has become a prominent figure in Brazilian television and film, captivating audiences with her versatile performances.

Alessandra – Popularity by country

Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.

Country Gender Year Rank Born of
Ireland Girls 2021 #1 — 897
IT Girls 0 #17 124,537 9,415
IT 0 #26 9,966 4,183
ID 0 #39 1 2,238
MT 0 #43 1 1,767
IT Girls 2015 #46 966 48
BR Girls 0 #51 8,630 12,708
CY 0 #60 1 1,632
LU 0 #60 7 2,830
JP 0 #69 9 4,057
BR 0 #75 496 5,969
AO 0 #76 2 2,729
MD Girls 0 #92 1 865
TW 0 #102 2 4,523
QA 0 #104 3 7,011
PH 0 #106 5 5,607
BN Girls 0 #114 1 5,459
HU 0 #115 1 1,675
OM 0 #118 4 6,215
PA 0 #118 13 3,797
EC 0 #121 1 2,502
KW 0 #121 1 5,216
CY Girls 0 #125 1 3,755
Switzerland Girls 2024 #128 8 1,786
CY Boys 0 #131 1 3,473
GR 0 #132 4 3,911
RS Girls 0 #136 2 1,651
MU 0 #137 1 3,613
MT Girls 0 #139 13 3,773
CR 0 #160 6 5,526
LU Girls 0 #164 22 4,850
PR Girls 0 #167 1 3,171
JP Girls 0 #168 80 6,592
Sweden Girls 2020 #176 5 1,663
SI Girls 0 #177 1 2,769
UY 0 #179 4 2,477
AE 0 #181 7 10,220
PE 0 #183 134 6,350
AO Girls 0 #191 19 4,575
AR 0 #192 2 2,915
RU 0 #194 1 3,641
Belgium Girls 2009 #200 21 402
DK 0 #202 5 5,198
PE Girls 0 #208 2,281 14,861
PL 0 #210 3 2,600
AL Girls 0 #223 5 4,141
HU Girls 0 #223 3 3,308
PS 0 #224 3 5,692
GR Girls 0 #226 17 6,293
PT 0 #227 20 4,161
BG Girls 0 #231 1 3,559
NA Girls 0 #237 1 7,146
EC Girls 0 #252 7 3,650
PT Girls 0 #255 234 7,952
MO Girls 0 #259 5 7,056
Canada Girls 2024 #262 24 2,795
NG 0 #272 1 5,926
IL 0 #278 5 6,291
JM Girls 0 #278 1 7,507
SG 0 #278 5 11,010
HR Girls 0 #287 8 3,687
GT 0 #295 20 5,948
QA Girls 0 #306 11 15,378
DK Girls 0 #321 9 7,429
MU Girls 0 #325 27 8,539
KZ Girls 0 #328 5 5,862
DK Boys 0 #332 1 7,401
JO Girls 0 #339 1 7,570
CZ Girls 0 #345 7 5,378
MY 0 #353 2 12,352
CN Girls 0 #355 5 8,829
HK 0 #355 3 8,483
SD Girls 0 #355 4 7,678
PL Girls 0 #356 9 5,096
PH Girls 0 #357 34 13,098
United States Girls 2024 #365 722 8,487
Austria Girls 0 #369 52 1,885
NL 0 #369 23 2,481
BO 0 #371 11 6,868
PA Girls 0 #379 104 9,861
MX 0 #381 33 8,339
OM Girls 0 #381 16 15,987
CL 0 #382 30 6,867
GT Girls 0 #397 110 7,500
YE 0 #398 1 8,639
Spain 0 #399 54 2,326
France Girls 2021 #401 5 3,185
Germany 0 #402 36 2,542
EG 0 #408 5 6,387
PH Boys 0 #408 1 11,440
UY Girls 0 #443 68 6,731
RU Girls 0 #450 49 11,913
CO 0 #461 20 7,768
ZA 0 #466 9 14,421
CR Girls 0 #507 26 11,342
CR Boys 0 #510 1 10,188
BO Girls 0 #513 99 9,488
IQ Girls 0 #524 2 11,303
AE Girls 0 #527 27 20,968
IR Girls 0 #539 7 8,334
PS Girls 0 #539 9 10,981
KW Girls 0 #556 6 19,177
LY 0 #558 2 12,703
CM Girls 0 #559 2 11,671
Germany Girls 0 #564 303 4,949
AR Girls 0 #570 30 8,289
SG Girls 0 #570 17 18,916
BH 0 #587 1 17,937
CL Girls 0 #587 276 14,098
MX Girls 0 #595 858 17,781
IL Girls 0 #605 13 11,648
Spain Girls 0 #635 376 5,561
HK Girls 0 #642 9 16,104
BR Boys 0 #652 100 12,213
IN Girls 0 #653 2 13,121
Finland Girls 2026 #669 70 3,895
LB 0 #689 2 13,263
IQ Boys 0 #696 2 13,071
CL Boys 0 #700 1 13,390
KW Boys 0 #806 1 18,755
NG Girls 0 #819 8 15,093
PE Boys 0 #855 24 14,506
TN 0 #858 8 13,765
NL Girls 0 #859 97 5,933
OM Boys 0 #917 2 17,948
EG Boys 0 #924 2 15,035
SA Girls 0 #924 12 25,931
CO Girls 0 #925 154 16,140
EG Girls 0 #941 19 14,742
MY Girls 0 #963 32 24,821
CO Boys 0 #981 1 15,656
IT Boys 0 #981 509 10,046
NG Boys 0 #1,001 1 16,906
MX Boys 0 #1,028 6 16,355
ZA Girls 0 #1,115 27 25,928
MA 0 #1,116 13 20,986
AE Boys 0 #1,143 1 22,615
MY Boys 0 #1,181 2 25,439
DZ 0 #1,230 5 20,130
TR 0 #1,247 8 19,440

Alessandra is popular in 80 countries — most recent births per country:

France
Canada
Switzerland
United States
IT

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People also ask about Alessandra

Alessandra is predominantly a girl's name.
Alessandra is a 4 syllable name, pronounced {'italian_IPA': '/alesˈsandra/', 'english_IPA': '/əˌlɛsˈændrə/', 'italian_respelling': 'ah-less-SAHN-drah', 'english_respelling': 'uh-LESS-an-druh'}.
Common nicknames and spelling variations include Alessia, Alessandrina, Alessa, Ale, Allie and Sandra.
Across languages, Alessandra has these equivalents: Alejandra (Spanish), Alexandra (English/French), Aleksandra (Polish/Russian/Slavic), Alexandrina/Aleksandrina (various languages), Alessandro (masculine, Italian).
Yes, very popular — Alessandra ranked #1 in Ireland in 2021, and appears in official birth registries across 9 countries.
Alessandra ranks highest in Ireland (#1 in 2021).
Alessandra's popularity is declining. It moved from #397 in 2011 to #401 in 2021 in France.
Yes — 7 notable people named Alessandra are in our database, including Alessandra Ambrosio (Actor), Alessandra Mussolini (Musician|politician), Alessandra Torresani (Actor).