US Popularity Rank: 13047

Origin: Greek

Meaning: Man's defender, man's protector

Wonderfully adapted for the modern era, Alyssandra is a name for girls and a respelling of Alessandra. Inspired by the Greek Alexandros, Alyssandra joins a fleet of time-honored favorites that have come to life around the world. Maybe it’s their attractive feel on the ear, or it could be the heroic meanings “man’s defender” and “man’s protector” that make Alex and co. continue to evolve and capture the hearts of many. Alyssandra has a lionhearted nature and may ignite a humanitarian flame in those with compassion in their hearts.