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Alessi

ah-LESS-ee

Alessi is a girl’s name of Italian origin, meaning “An Italian surname used as a given name, derived from the given name Alessio, a variant of Alexius, meaning 'defender of mankind'.”. It currently ranks #1974 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2021.

Letters6
Syllables3
OriginItalian

What Alessi Means

An Italian surname used as a given name, derived from the given name Alessio, a variant of Alexius, meaning 'defender of mankind'.

The Story of Alessi

Carrying the strength of an ancient defender, this Italian name offers a protective embrace for your brave new world.

Alessi is an Italian surname that has gracefully transitioned into use as a given name for girls. It is a variant of Alessio, which stems from the Greek name Alexius, meaning 'defender of mankind.' This name carries a profound history of protection and guardianship, resonating through centuries of Italian culture and beyond.

When you whisper 'Alessi' to your newborn, the sound feels strong yet incredibly tender, like a protective shield woven with love. It’s a name that promises your daughter will be a guardian, fiercely loyal and deeply intelligent. Imagining calling 'Alessi' across a park, you feel a sense of her innate strength and compassionate spirit, a blend of power and kindness.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

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

Personality Traits

ProtectiveStrongIntelligentKind

Peak Year

#134 in 2021

Total Births

580

First Recorded

2008

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