Alessandro is a distinctive boys' name in England & Wales, ranking #873 in 2025 with 36 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2009 with 71 births ranking #494. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 7,554 boys born was named Alessandro. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Alessandro is the Italian form of Alexander and means "defender of men". It combines the strength of a classical name with a distinctive Italian elegance.
The name has deep roots in Italy and shares its wider history with Alexander, one of the great names of the ancient world. It remains a familiar classic in Italian-speaking communities.