Alexandra
Girl name · 2,598 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Alexandra: 2,598 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 118 births in 1996.
Of Greek origin, Alexandra is the feminine form of Alexander, meaning 'defender of mankind' – a fitting title for a name carried by queens and empresses for centuries. Among its most famous bearers are Queen Alexandra of the United Kingdom, wife of Edward VII, and the last Tsarina of Russia, Alexandra Feodorovna. The name graces numerous places worldwide, from Alexandra Palace in London to the city of Alexandra in New Zealand. A classic, internationally recognised choice, Alexandra shares its root with the shorter Sasha and the Italian Alessandra, and has remained consistently popular in Scotland since records began.
Girl 52 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 1996118 babies
- Latest (2025)
- #18322 babies
- Total births
- 2,598since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 44%vs prior 5y