How Popular (or Rare) was Alexandra in 1996?

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#26
1996 Rank
10,024
1996 Births
#26
Best Rank (1996)
10,024
Peak Year (1996)
137,181
Total Births (1996-2025)
1 in 175
Rarity Factor (1996)

📊 The Alexandra Story

Alexandra is a highly popular girls' name in United States, ranking #26 in 1996 with 10,024 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1996 with 10,024 births ranking #26. In 1996, approximately 1 in every 175 girls born was named Alexandra. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.

Popularity Trend (1996–2025)

📅 Data Status: Official verified statistics are currently available from 1996 up to 2025. This report reflects the most recent confirmed data from United States; 2026 and 2027 projections are based on real-time search trends and will be finalized upon the next official release.

Name Meaning & Origin

Origin: Greek  |  Meaning: defending men

Alexandra is a major classic meaning defending men. It feels regal, intelligent, and deeply established.

The name has travelled widely across Europe and remained a dependable girls' classic for generations. Its strength lies in combining formal elegance with many easy nicknames.

Did you know?Alexandra belongs to one of the most widespread and resilient name families in European naming history.
Similar namesAlessandra, Alexandria, Alessia, Adriana, Anastasia

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