Maria Alejandra
/MAH-reeah ah-leh-HAHN-drah/ Spanish Unisex
Meaning & Origin
Maria Alejandra is a Spanish name meaning "Maria signifies "bitter," "beloved," or "rebellious," while Alejandra means "defender of mankind."". Maria is of Hebrew origin, from the name Miryam. Alejandra is of Greek origin, from Alexandros (ἀλέξω aléxō, "to defend" and ἀνήρ anēr, "man").
Quick Facts
Language Spanish
Gender Unisex
Phonetic MAH-reeah ah-leh-HAHN-drah
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as MAH-reeah ah-leh-HAHN-drah. Keep the original Spanish phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Maria Alejandra
- · Maria Alejandra Requena - Venezuelan journalist
- · Maria Alejandra Muñoz - Former Vice President of Ecuador
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