Alejandro

/ˌæləˈhɑːndroʊ/ noun

Definition

A masculine given name of Spanish origin.

Etymology

Spanish form of Alexander, from Greek 'Alexandros' meaning 'defender of people' (from 'alexein' meaning to defend and 'aner' meaning man). The name became extremely popular in Spanish and Portuguese speaking countries.

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Lady Gaga's song 'Alejandro' made this historical Spanish name instantly recognizable to millions of teenagers who had never heard it before, showing how pop culture can revive traditional names and give them new meanings for whole generations.

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