Alex
/ AL-ex /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇷🇼 Rwanda
- Religion
- Christianity
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Protective
Meaning & Etymology
Defender of mankind
Defender of mankind
Etymology
Short form of Alexander, which means ‘defender of mankind’.
Linguistic family: Niger-Congo > Bantu > Rwanda-Rundi
Cultural context
Alex is a modern name in Rwanda, often given to boys as a symbol of protection and strength.
Symbolism
The name symbolizes protection and the courage to defend others.
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