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Alejandro

"defender of mankind"

Nicknames Alex · Jano · Ale

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ah·leh·HAHN·dro

4 syllables. The highlighted syllable takes the stress. Pronunciation guide

Where it comes from

Greek Alexandros: alexo (to defend) + aner, andros (man)

What Alejandro means

Alejandro is a boy name of Greek origin meaning "defender of mankind". It comes from Greek Alexandros: alexo (to defend) + aner, andros (man). It is pronounced ah-leh-HAHN-dro.

Alejandro González Iñárritu, Oscar-winning director. Alejandro Fernández, El Potrillo.

Nicknames in Mexico: Alex, Jano, Ale. Ale is a modern shortening used for both Alejandro and Alejandra. See the guide to Mexican nicknames.

Popularity: among the top names for newborns in Mexico. See the current top names.

Related meanings: protector, strength.

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Alejandro means defender of mankind

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