Alexandre
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Alexandre is a boy name of Greek origin meaning "defender of mankind".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Greek
Religion
Christian
Popularity
3 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
9 letters
Meaning
defender of mankind
Etymology
From Greek Alexandros, composed of aléxein ‘to defend’ and anḗr ‘man’. The name entered French as Alexandre.
Famous People Named Alexandre
- Alexandre Dumas — French writer and dramatist (1802–1870)
- Alexandre Desplat — French film composer
- Alexandre Cabanel — French painter (1823–1889)
- Alexandre de Beauharnais — French general; president of the National Constituent Assembly in 1791 (1760–1794)
- Alexandre de Laborde (1773-1842) — French antiquary, liberal politician and writer
Frequently Asked Questions About Alexandre
What does the name Alexandre mean?
Alexandre means "defender of mankind", and is of Greek origin.
What is the origin of the name Alexandre?
Alexandre originates from Greek, commonly used in Europe.
Is Alexandre a boy or girl name?
Alexandre is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Alexandre associated with?
Alexandre is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Alexandre?
Yes — notable people named Alexandre include Alexandre Dumas (French writer and dramatist, 1802–1870), Alexandre Desplat (French film composer), Alexandre Cabanel (French painter, 1823–1889), Alexandre de Beauharnais (French general; president of the National Constituent Assembly in 1791, 1760–1794) and Alexandre de Laborde (1773-1842) (French antiquary).
Last updated: June 2026