Holding steady.
Popularity of Alegandra since 1978
Babies named Alegandra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 11 |
| 1980s | 27 |
| 1990s | 85 |
| 2000s | 42 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Alegandra is a rare unstandardized variant of Alejandra, the Spanish form of Alexandra. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1978, with a peak in 1992, but has never reached the top 1000. The name has seen consistent but minimal usage, averaging fewer than five births per year nationwide. Its trajectory is stable, with no significant increase. The spelling likely reflects a phonetic respelling of Alejandra, which itself derives from the Greek 'defender of mankind.' Despite its rarity, Alegandra remains a recognizable alternative for parents seeking a distinct spelling of a familiar classic.
Alegandra is likely a phonetic variant or misspelling of Alejandra, the Spanish form of Alexandra. The root name Alexandra derives from the Greek Alexandros, meaning 'defender of men,' from alexein (to defend) and aner (man). The variant Alegandra has appeared occasionally in U.S. records since the late 20th century, probably arising from common spelling errors or regional pronunciation.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ale, Alex, Andra, Aleg
Sibling names for Alegandra
Names that share Alegandra's style, for a brother or sister.
