Alixandria
A feminine name of Greek origin meaning "defender of men".
Name Census estimates that about 558 living Americans carry the first name Alixandria. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Alixandria today is around 26 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Alixandria births was 1991 (34 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Alixandria. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
558
~ 1 in 614,255 Americans
Peak year
1991
34 babies that year
Average age
26
years old
2017 SSA rank
#10,744
Tracked since 1985
Popularity
Alixandria: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Alixandria from the 1980s through to the 2010s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 260 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1990s peak, Alixandria remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Alixandria by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Alixandria during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Alixandrias live
Origin
Meaning and history of Alixandria
The name Alixandria has its origins in the ancient Greek language and culture, with its roots dating back to the 4th century BC. It is derived from the Greek name Alexandros, which is a combination of the words "alexo" meaning "to defend" and "andros" meaning "man." This name was famously borne by Alexander the Great, the iconic Macedonian king who conquered a vast empire stretching from Greece to India.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Alixandria can be found in the writings of ancient Greek historians and philosophers, who documented the life and conquests of Alexander the Great. The name gained widespread recognition and popularity across the regions conquered by Alexander, as it was associated with his legendary military prowess and leadership.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have carried the name Alixandria or its variations. One of the most prominent figures was Alixandria of Lydia (c. 300 BC), a renowned Greek mathematician and philosopher who made significant contributions to the field of geometry. Another noteworthy bearer was Alixandria of Antioch (c. 400 AD), a prominent Christian martyr who was executed during the Roman persecution of early Christians.
During the Middle Ages, the name Alixandria gained popularity in Europe, particularly in regions influenced by the Norman conquest. One notable figure was Alixandria of Tancred (c. 1090-1112), the daughter of Tancred of Hauteville, a Norman nobleman and Prince of Galilee. Her name reflects the cultural exchange and influence of the Crusades on European naming traditions.
In the Renaissance period, the name Alixandria was adopted by several intellectuals and artists, reflecting the renewed interest in classical Greek and Roman culture. Alixandria Strozzi (1408-1471), an Italian humanist and poet, was a prominent figure of the Italian Renaissance and a renowned scholar of Greek literature.
Furthermore, the name Alixandria has been borne by several notable individuals in more recent centuries. Alixandria Feodorovna (1798-1860), a Russian princess and author, was renowned for her literary works and her advocacy for women's education. Alixandria Kolchak (1874-1920), a Russian naval officer and polar explorer, led several expeditions to the Arctic regions and made significant contributions to geographical knowledge.
While the name Alixandria has been less common in recent decades, it continues to hold a rich historical legacy, reflecting the enduring influence of ancient Greek culture and the legendary figure of Alexander the Great. Its meaning and associations have evolved over time, but the name remains a testament to the enduring fascination with the great leaders and thinkers of antiquity.
People
Alixandria + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Alixandria as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with A
Other first names starting with A with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Alixandria: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Alixandria?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 558 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Alixandria going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 614,255 US residents.
Is Alixandria a common name?
We classify Alixandria as "Very Rare". It ranks above 85.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 572 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Alixandria most popular?
The single biggest year for Alixandria was 1991, when 34 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Alixandria is about 26 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Alixandria a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Alixandria in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.