Find out how popular the first name Alexandia has been for the last 7 years (from 1988 to 1994) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Alexandia by gender

Based on the last 7 years of data, Alexandia is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1994, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Alexandia.

The history of the first name Alexandia

The name Alexandia is believed to have originated from the ancient Greek name Alexandros, which means "defender of men" or "protector of men." The name gained popularity during the reign of Alexander the Great, the legendary Macedonian king who conquered vast territories across Europe, Asia, and Africa in the 4th century BC.

Alexandia is a feminine variant of the masculine name Alexander, which was widely used in ancient Greece and later adopted by the Romans. The name became popular across the Mediterranean region and beyond as Alexander's conquests spread his fame and influence.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Alexandia can be found in the works of ancient Greek historians and writers, who documented the lives and exploits of Alexander the Great and his companions. The name also appears in various historical records and inscriptions from the Hellenistic period, which followed Alexander's reign.

Throughout history, several notable women have borne the name Alexandia. One of the most famous was Alexandia of Egypt, also known as Cleopatra VII (69 BC - 30 BC), the last active ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt. Her name combined the Greek Alexandia with the Egyptian Cleopatra, reflecting her dual heritage.

Another prominent figure was Alexandia Feodorovna (1798 - 1860), the wife of Tsar Nicholas I of Russia. She was born Princess Charlotte of Prussia and took the name Alexandia upon her conversion to the Russian Orthodox faith before her marriage.

In the Middle Ages, Alexandia of Khachatur (1216 - 1290) was a prominent Armenian princess and regent who played a significant role in the political affairs of the Kingdom of Cilicia.

During the Renaissance, Alexandia Scala (1475 - 1506) was an Italian humanist, philosopher, and poet who was renowned for her erudition and literary works.

More recently, Alexandia Mikhailovna (1825 - 1844) was a Grand Duchess of Russia and the daughter of Grand Duke Michael Pavlovich of Russia and Princess Charlotte of Württemberg.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who have borne the name Alexandia, a name that has endured for centuries and continues to be used in various cultures and societies around the world.

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