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Alex
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Meaning
Alex is a short form of Alexandra, or Alexander. Alexandra originates in Greek language and means "protector of humanity". It is a feminine form of Alexander. Saint Alexandra was a martyr of the Diocletianic persecutions. Throughout history, there have been many members of royalty given the name Alexandra. In Greek mythology, Alexandra was a by-name of the goddess Hera. It was popularized by Alexander the Great.About
Origin:English,
Nicknames:Zanna,Shura,Sashenka,Sasha,Sandrine,Sandra,Lexie,Lexi,Alix,Alexia,Alexi,Alexa,Aleka,Allex,Alyx,
Alternate Spellings:Alexine,Alexandriana,
