Defender of mankind
Pronunciation: al-uh-HAHN-droh
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Alejandro is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Defender of mankind". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: al-uh-HAHN-droh. Lucky number: 7. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.
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Αλεχάνδρο
Αλεχάνδρο ο υπερασπιστής του λαού
Pronunciation
English Pronunciation
al-uh-HAHN-droh
IPA
/ˌælɛˈhɑːndroʊ/
Origin
Root Origin
Biblical
Language Usage
Religion
Lucky Details
Lucky Number
7
Lucky Day
Tuesday
Lucky Colors
Lucky Stone
Ruby
Life Path Number
3
Personality
Spiritual
Cultural Context
Historical Usage
Historical records show that Alexander the Great (356-323 BC) The name Alejandro carried significant spiritual weight in that era.
Ancient Greece
Historical records show that Alexander I, King of Scotland (1452-1495) The name Alejandro carried significant spiritual weight in that era.
Late Middle Ages
Famous People
Historical Figures & Cultural References
Translations
Additional language translations available for this name.
Alejandro
Defender of the people, strong protector
אלכסנדרו
אלכסנדרו מגן וגיבור עם
Αλεχάνδρο
Αλεχάνδρο ο υπερασπιστής του λαού
Alejandro
Alejandro defensor fortis
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