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Aleksandra

Girl name · 151 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Aleksandra: 151 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 18 births in 2013.

Aleksandra, the Slavic and Scandinavian form of Alexandra, ultimately derives from the Greek Alexandros, meaning "defender of men." This regal name has been borne by numerous queens and consorts across Europe, including the formidable Aleksandra of Yugoslavia, a princess of Greece and Denmark who became Queen of Yugoslavia. One of Poland's most celebrated figures, physician and social activist Aleksandra Piłsudska, made her mark as the second wife of Marshal Józef Piłsudski. While no Scottish place bears the name directly, the root Alex- appears in many Russian-founded settlements worldwide. A notable variant keeps strong ties to Scotland: the standard English form Alexandra, which has ranked among the country's favourite girls' names since the Victorian era.