אלכסנדרה
Meaning of the name אלכסנדרה
Alexandra is an impressive and historically rich feminine name, originating from ancient Greek and serving as the female form of the famous name Alexander. The name derives from the Greek words 'alexein' meaning 'to defend' and 'andros' meaning 'man' or 'human', thus its full meaning is 'defender of humanity' or 'protector of mankind'. This is a name that radiates strength, nobility, and leadership, carrying with it a legacy of thousands of years from Greco-Roman culture. In the Hebrew world, the name Alexandra was received and took root primarily during the Hellenistic period, following the conquests of Alexander the Great, and became a popular name among Jews in the Land of Israel and in the diaspora. The name combines feminine elegance and grace with power and determination, expressing the personality of a strong, protective woman with an impressive presence. The name Alexandra carries fascinating historical connections to royal and influential figures throughout the ages. In Roman and Byzantine history, there were several empresses and princesses named Alexandra who influenced the course of events in empires. In Jewish culture, the name spread especially from the second century BCE onwards, when Hellenistic influence was strong in the Land of Israel. Many Jewish sages bore the name Alexander, and their wives and daughters received the feminine form - Alexandra. The name also appears in Talmudic literature and Jewish writings from the Hellenistic period, testifying to the cultural encounter between Judaism and Greek culture. Today, Alexandra is an international name that is common throughout the world, with various variations in many languages, and in Israel it is considered an elegant and sophisticated name that combines tradition with modernity. Women bearing the name Alexandra are typically characterized by a strong personality, high self-confidence, and natural leadership abilities. The name conveys a sense of nobility and status, and its bearers tend to have an impressive presence and the ability to influence their environment. They are considered intelligent women with analytical thinking and the ability to make wise decisions. The name also expresses sensitivity and concern for others - the 'protection' in its meaning is manifested in the ability to support and assist others. Alexandra is a woman who knows how to combine strength with gentleness, determination with compassion, and personal aspirations with concern for the community. The name is particularly suitable for families wishing to give their daughter a name with historical weight, deep meaning, and international resonance, a name that represents feminine power, wisdom, and nobility of spirit.
The name אלכסנדרה with vowels
אַלֶכְּסַנְדְרָה
The name אלכסנדרה in English
Alexandra | Aleksandra | Alexandrina
אלכסנדרה is mainly suitable for
Girl
Is the name אלכסנדרה considered international
Yes
Origin of the name אלכסנדרה from Kabbalah
In Kabbalah, the name Alexandra represents the principle of divine protection and grace directed toward humanity. The name carries energy of feminine strength and spiritual power expressed in protecting others and caring for collective peace.
Gematria value for the name אלכסנדרה
370
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Numerology value for the name אלכסנדרה
1
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60
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370
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7
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1
Famous people named אלכסנדרה
Alexandra Plusy - Israeli singer | Alexandra Daddario - American actress | Alex Borstein - Actress and comedian | Alexandra Barkov - Israeli model | Princess Alexandra of Denmark
Total times the name אלכסנדרה was registered
1048 times
Graph of the name אלכסנדרה
* Source: Central Bureau of Statistics. As of April 2022