Alexandra
Alexandra is the feminine of Alexander, from the Greek "alexein" (to defend) and "andros" (man). The name was originally an epithet of the goddess Hera — she who defends men in battle. It became a proper name in the Hellenistic period and has been used continuously since. The name has royal gravity. Queen Alexandra of Denmark married Edward VII of England in 1863 and became a fashion icon of the Edwardian age. Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden's daughter is Princess Estelle, Duchess of Östergötland, but the Swedish royal family is thick with Alexandras. In Russia, three tsarinas bore the name, including the last — Alexandra Feodorovna, wife of Nicholas II, killed with her family in 1918. Alexandra is long enough to offer many doors: Sasha (Russian), Lexi (modern), Xandra (Dutch), Allie (American), Sandra (mid-century). I find the full form the most impressive — it has five syllables and does not apologize. The "x" in the middle gives it a sophisticated snap that few female names possess. Alexandra is a female name of Greek origin that means "Defender of men (feminine of Alexander)". Regal, intelligent, and adaptable. The name sounds like it has options. Alexandras tend to be capable across many domains. US top 100 from 1983-2015. Now around #150. Well-known people named Alexandra include Queen Alexandra of the UK, Alexandra Feodorovna (last Tsarina of Russia), Alexandra Daddario (actress), Alexandra Shipp (actress). Common variations and related forms of Alexandra include Alejandra (Spanish), Alessandra (Italian), Sasha (Russian short), Olesya (Ukrainian), Lexi (nickname).