Alexandra Mcsweeney

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alexandra Mcsweeney — one who comes to save warriors
60K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alexandra Mcsweeney is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Alexandra is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Alexandra (Ancient Greek: Ἀλεξάνδρα) is a female given name of Greek origin. It is the first attested form of its variants, including Alexander (Ancient Greek: Ἀλέξανδρος, Aléxandros). Etymologically, the name is a compound of the Greek verb ἀλέξειν (alexein; meaning 'to defend') and ἀνήρ (anēr; GEN ἀνδρός, andros; meaning 'man'). Thus it may be roughly translated as "defender of man" or "protector of man". The name Alexandra was one of the epithets given to the Greek goddess Hera and as such is usually taken to mean "one who comes to save warriors". The surname Mcsweeney: Ailis McSweeney (born 1983), Irish sprinter specialising in the 100 metre event Alex McSweeney, British actor who appeared on the TV show EastEnders (2003–2004) Alf McSweeney, printer who founded the magazine Race Walking Record in 1941, and edited the magazine for 16 years Barry McSweeney, Irish scientist and the first Chief Science Advisor to the Government of Ireland Dave McSweeney (born 1981), English footballer, senior career began in 2000 David McSweeney (politician) (born 1965), Investment banker who was the Republican candidate in Illinois's 8th congressional district election, 2006 El. Alexandra is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 60K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Alexandra reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Alexandra

Meaning: one who comes to save warriors

Greek

Alexandra (Ancient Greek: Ἀλεξάνδρα) is a female given name of Greek origin. It is the first attested form of its variants, including Alexander (Ancient Greek: Ἀλέξανδρος, Aléxandros). Etymologically, the name is a compound of the Greek verb ἀλέξειν (alexein; meaning 'to defend') and ἀνήρ (anēr; GEN ἀνδρός, andros; meaning 'man'). Thus it may be roughly translated as "defender of man" or "protector of man". The name Alexandra was one of the epithets given to the Greek goddess Hera and as such is usually taken to mean "one who comes to save warriors".

Surname: Mcsweeney

Irish

Ailis McSweeney (born 1983), Irish sprinter specialising in the 100 metre event Alex McSweeney, British actor who appeared on the TV show EastEnders (2003–2004) Alf McSweeney, printer who founded the magazine Race Walking Record in 1941, and edited the magazine for 16 years Barry McSweeney, Irish scientist and the first Chief Science Advisor to the Government of Ireland Dave McSweeney (born 1981), English footballer, senior career began in 2000 David McSweeney (politician) (born 1965), Investment banker who was the Republican candidate in Illinois's 8th congressional district election, 2006 El.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Alexandra is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 11%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Alexandra by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Alexandra Mcsweeney

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Alexandra Mcsweeney:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Alexandra?
The first name Alexandra originates from Greek. Alexandra (Ancient Greek: Ἀλεξάνδρα) is a female given name of Greek origin. It is the first attested form of its variants, including Alexander (Ancient Greek: Ἀλέξανδρος, Aléxandros). Etymologically, the name is a compound of the Greek verb ἀλέξειν (alexein; meaning 'to defend') and ἀνήρ (anēr; GEN ἀνδρός, andros; meaning 'man'). Thus it may be roughly translated as "defender of man" or "protector of man". The name Alexandra was one of the epithets given to the Greek goddess Hera and as such is usually taken to mean "one who comes to save warriors".
When was Alexandra most popular?
The name Alexandra reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Mcsweeney?
The surname Mcsweeney originates from Irish. Ailis McSweeney (born 1983), Irish sprinter specialising in the 100 metre event Alex McSweeney, British actor who appeared on the TV show EastEnders (2003–2004) Alf McSweeney, printer who founded the magazine Race Walking Record in 1941, and edited the magazine for 16 years Barry McSweeney, Irish scientist and the first Chief Science Advisor to the Government of Ireland Dave McSweeney (born 1981), English footballer, senior career began in 2000 David McSweeney (politician) (born 1965), Investment banker who was the Republican candidate in Illinois's 8th congressional district election, 2006 El.
What are the origins of the name Alexandra Mcsweeney?
The name Alexandra Mcsweeney combines two different traditions: the first name Alexandra has Greek roots, while the surname Mcsweeney originates from Irish.
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