Alexandria, often spelled Alexandrya, is a name of Greek origin that means "defender of mankind" or "protector of mankind." It was popularized by Alexander the Great, the ancient Macedonian king who conquered much of the known world in the fourth century BCE. The name has been used throughout history and across different cultures, with notable figures like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, a U.S. Representative, and Alexandria Blackstock, an American actress, carrying on its legacy today.
The name Alexandrya saw a significant increase in popularity from the late 1980s to the mid-1990s, with a peak of 23 births in both 1999 and 2000. After that, its popularity started to decline, reaching a low of 5 births in 2015 and 2019. Overall, there have been 374 babies named Alexandrya from 1989 to 2019.