Alexandra

Alexandra is the feminized version of the name Alexander, which was popularized in Ancient times by Alexander the Great. His conquest brought the popularity of his name throughout Europe and Asia and as a result it remains a great name today. Almost every dialect has their own form of the name and it stays popular among girls and boys alike. The meaning comes from Latin and is translated as "protector or defender of men". It is easy to see where this would apply to Alex the Great but it can also be true in women. Experience shows that women named Alexandra make perfect partners and are very good mothers. They are very protective of the ones they love, sometimes even bringing them to a jealous boil. They demand greatness in their lives and inspire the people around them. They are funny and confident and people take pleasure in being around them. Their vulnerabilities are what make them so amazing and their weaknesses only brighten their strengths. Anyone who comes in contact with an Alexandra quickly realizes that they are aptly named.