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Alessandro

ah-leh-SAHN-droh

Popularity

#549

rising

Letters

10

Syllables

4

Origin

Greek

Total Births

11,394

Peak Year

#555 in 2023

First Recorded

1933

Style

Sophisticated & Formal, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Tricky to spell

What It Means

Alessandro is an Italian form of Alexander, derived from the Greek name Alexandros. It means 'defending warrior' or 'helper of mankind'.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Famous Namesakes

  • Alessandro Volta

    Italian physicist known for inventing the electric battery.

  • Alessandro Del Piero

    Former Italian football player, Juventus legend.

Spelling Variations

Personality Traits

CharmingIntelligentAmbitiousProtective

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