Alexandra

Protector of mankind

Alexandra is a feminine given name, the female form of Alexander.

It suggests strength or regality, befitting its Greek meaning "defender of the people." The name has been borne by queens and princesses across European royal houses.

Common nicknames include Alex, Alexa, Lexi, and Sandra.

royalty

queen

Most powerful chess piece

duchess · monarch · crown · throne · palace · sovereign · nobility · aristocracy · dynasty · reign

protector

defender

One who guards another

warrior · safeguard · sentinel · protector · bulwark · patron · preserver · watchful · valiant · brave

ancient

Cleopatra

Egypt's last pharaoh

scrolls · papyrus · antiquity · classical · Hellenistic · Mediterranean · harbor · scholars

feminine

woman

Adult female human

  • ladyCourteous term for woman
  • girlYoung female person
  • daughterFemale child of parents

maiden · grace · elegance · queenly · Alex · Sasha · Lexi · Sandra · nickname · namesake

Categories
Opposites
gender

AlexandraAlexander

Masculine Greek-origin name

Alex · Alejandro · Alexis · Xander · Alexei

formality/register

AlexandraAlex

Popular given name

Lexi · Lexie · Sasha · Ally · Sandy

Phrases
Family

Alexander, Alexandria

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G