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Comments and insights on the name Alexandra: | Edit

An absolute classic. Goes well with a wide variety of surnames.

Based on research, most people would imagine a person with the name Alexandra to be: Attractive and wealthy woman. In one word, you might describe Alexandra as an "attractive" person.

Personal experiences with the name Alexandra: | Edit

My name is Alexandra and I have never - and will never - go by any nicknames. I love my name. I would like to see more people go by the whole thing "Alexandra", but then again, maybe it wouldn't be as special :)

My name is Alexandra but I go by Alex or Ally- very rarely Lexie. I think it is feminine and pretty but I never particularly liked my name because it seems fairly common, I always wished I had a beautiful Gaelic or Italian name.

My sister's name is Alixandra, with an I. She goes by Alix or Ally.

I have a funny, spunky, sweet little daughter named Alexandra. She either goes by her full name or the nn: Alex. I like that it's sophisticated.. but has a spunky nickname.

Alexandra is my middle name and I adore it. Its feminine, but very strong; regal, but hardly stuffy.

Alexandra is my name and I love it! Its classic, beautiful, and has so many nicknames. I go by Alex and Ali.

I have a daughter named Alexandra. I loved it because it because it is a beautiful name and when she was born (1989) you didn't hear it too often. We've called her Alex since she was a baby as does everyone else. When she was little and learning her name she thought her name was Alex Zandra. I like that she goes by Alex; she's extremely smart and I always pictured her becoming a very successful businesswoman whom people would think initially she was a man but in would walk this beautiful, intelligent woman.

My father was of Greek descent and wanted one of his children to have a name that reflected the heritage. My mother agreed on Alexandra after reviewing a list of other Greek names. At the time (1971), Alexandra was not particularly popular. I think that the name sounds sophisticated and elegant. However, I find that when I introduce myself as Alexandra without providing my nickname, people will automatically call me Alex.

My daughter is Alexandra, she is named after my grandfater Alexander. I think it is a very pretty name and I like that she can go by Alexandra or Alex. I think it is a very strong name.

Nicknames for Alexandra: | Edit

Alix, Alli, Addie, Alex, Ali, Allie, Ally, Andi, Lexa, Lexi, Lexie, Lexy, Sandra, Sandy, Sasha, Shura, Xan, Xander, Xandra, Aleka, Al, Andra, Alyx

Meanings and history of the name Alexandra: | Edit

Greek origin. Protector of Man

Name Day:
21. April (Holy Patron: "Alexandra of Egypt"). Her story began with a young man who fell in love with her, although feeling was not mutual. One could say this is a problem but not for Alexandra. In order not to offend, she buried herself so that the lecherous young man wouldn't suffer, nor had the feeling of being rejected by her. And there she remained sealed from the human eye, with only a tiny window and occupied herself with spiritual reflection and prayer.

Famous real-life people named Alexandra: | Edit

Alexandra Feodorovna, last empress of Russia and wife of Nicholas II (born Princess Alix of Hesse), canonized as St. Alexandra the Passion-Bearer by the Russian Orthodox Church
Alexandra of Denmark, queen consort of Edward VII of England
Alexandra, Countess of Frederiksborg, former wife of Prince Joachim of Denmark
Alexandra Rose, producer
Alexandra "Ally" Sheedy, actress
Alexandra David-Néel, French explorer, author, and spiritualist
Princess Ingrid ALEXANDRA of Norway

Alexandra in song, story & screen: | Edit

Alexandra Bergson, heroine of Willa Cather's classic novel "O Pioneers!"
Empress Alexandra of Russia, tragic heroine of the film "Nicholas and Alexandra"
Alexandra, protagonist of the Australian film "Alexandra's Project"
Alexandra "Alex" Owens, heroine of the 1980s film "Flashdance", played by Jennifer Beals
Alexandra "Alex" Forrest, villain of the 1980s film "Fatal Attraction", played by Glenn Close