Alexandre
/ ah-leh-SHAN-dreh /
- Gender
- Boy
- Origin
- 🇲🇿 Mozambique
- Religion
- Christianity
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Protector
Meaning & Etymology
defender of men
defender of men
Etymology
From the Greek Alexandros, meaning ‘defender of men’.
Linguistic family: Indo-European > Italic > Romance
Cultural context
Reflects the influence of Christianity and Portuguese culture in Mozambique.
Symbolism
Symbolizes strength and protection.
Naming ceremony
Given at a Christian baptism ceremony.
Religious reference
Alexander the Great