Alexandra and its masculine equivalent, alexander, are both common names in greece as well as countries where germanic, romance, and slavic languages are spoken. The name alexandra is of greek origin and means defender of mankind or protector of humanity. it is derived from the greek words alexein, meaning to defend, and andros, meaning man. In greek mythology this was a mycenaean epithet of the goddess hera, and an alternate name of cassandra
It was borne by several early christian saints, and also by the wife of nicholas ii, the last tsar of russia. Click through to find out more information about the name alexandra on babynames.com. The name alexandra is a girl's name of greek origin meaning defending men
Strong, tasteful, and elegant, alexandra remains a chic modern classic with a solid historic pedigree. What is the meaning of the name alexandra Discover the origin, popularity, alexandra name meaning, and names related to alexandra with mama natural’s fantastic baby names guide. Who is alexandra saint mleux
/ saxon and norman and dane are we, / but all of us danes in our welcome of thee, / alexandra 2008, philip hensher, the northern clemency, harpercollins, →isbn, page 588 'i had a christmas card from someone calling herself alex the year before last,' daniel said 'i couldn't think who it was.'
