Defender of mankind
Alexiana is a modern elaboration of the classic name Alexandra. It combines the strength of the Greek root 'alexein', meaning to defend, with the lyrical '-iana' suffix, creating a more ornate and feminine version of a traditional power name.
Less common today
Alexiana isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,783 in 2009.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
