Alejandro is a name of Spanish origin, derived from the male given name Alejandro. The name Alejandro is composed of two elements: "alej" which means "to defend or protect", and "andros" which means "man". Therefore, Alejandro can be translated to mean "defender of mankind".
The name Alejandro has been popular throughout history in Spain and Latin America. It was the name of several Spanish monarchs, including Alejandro Magno (Alexander the Great), who conquered much of the known world in the 4th century BC. In literature, the character Don Alejandro de la Vega appears in the novel "The Mark of Zorro" by Johnston McCulley.
Today, Alejandro is a popular name throughout the Spanish-speaking world and beyond. It is often shortened to Alec or Alex in English-speaking countries. Despite its popularity, Alejandro remains a strong and meaningful name with a rich history behind it.
"Alejondro experienced its first births in 1998, with six babies being welcomed into the world that year."