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Alexa

"defender"

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ah·LEK·sah

3 syllables. The highlighted syllable takes the stress. Pronunciation guide

Where it comes from

short form of Alexandra, from Greek alexo (to defend, to help)

What Alexa means

Alexa is a girl name of Greek origin meaning "defender". It comes from short form of Alexandra, from Greek alexo (to defend, to help). It is pronounced ah-LEK-sah.

A short form of Alejandra that became a name in its own right in Mexico in the 2000s.

Popularity: one of the most common names in Mexico. See the current top names.

Related meanings: protector, strength.

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Alexa means defender

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