Alexandria, of Greek origin, signifies 'defender of mankind'. It is often associated with the city of Alexandria in Egypt, founded by Alexander the Great. The name gained popularity in medieval Europe after the First Crusade, when many returning crusaders named their daughters after this vibrant and historically significant city. Variant spellings include Alexandra and Alexandrea.
"The name Alexandria saw consistent popularity between 1996 and 2001, with an average of 6 births per year during this period."