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Alesandro

ah-lay-SAHN-droh · Italian form of Alexander, meaning 'defender of men'.

2025 rank (boys)
#8,243
Babies named in 2025
9
Peak popularity
2002
2025 frequency
1 in 189,786 boys
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Declining since 2005

Declining since 2005, #8,243 for boys today.

Popularity of Alesandro since 1972

Babies named Alesandro per year in U.S. Social Security records.

61117198020002020Most births 2002Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1970s22
1980s40
1990s55
2000s129
2010s85
2020s48

Meaning & origin

Alesandro is an Italian variant of Alessandro, the Italian form of Alexander. It first appeared on U.S. records in 1972, and while it has never been common, it reached its peak popularity in 2002. Since 2005, its usage has been falling. In 2025, it ranked 8,243rd, with an estimated 1 in 189,786 newborn boys given the name. The name maintains a strong Italian cultural connection, though it has not broken into the top baby name ranks in any U.S. state. For parents seeking a distinctive Italian alternative to Alexander, Alesandro offers a melodic and heritage-rich choice.

Alesandro is an Italian variant of Alessandro, itself from the Greek Alexandros, derived from alexein 'to defend' and aner (genitive andros) 'man'. The name has been borne by saints, popes, and rulers across Europe, and became widespread in Italy during the Renaissance.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Ale, Sandro

Variants: Alessandro, Alexandro

Sibling names for Alesandro

Names that share Alesandro's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Alesandro mean?
Alesandro is an Italian form of Alexander, meaning 'defender of men'.
How popular is the name Alesandro?
Alesandro is quite rare in the United States. In 2025, it ranked 8,243rd with about 1 in every 189,786 newborn boys receiving the name.
Is Alesandro a boy's name?
Yes, Alesandro is almost exclusively used as a masculine name.