Defender of mankind
Alesana is a modern elaboration of the name Alexandra or Alice, though it is most famously associated with the American rock band of the same name. The band's name was inspired by Alice-anna Street in Baltimore, where two of the founding members lived. It carries the etymological weight of 'defender' from its Greek roots while possessing a melodic, contemporary sound.
Less common today
Alesana isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,830 in 2012.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
American post-hardcore rock band