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Name Origin

Alessandro is an Italian masculine given name, a variant of Alexander. It originates from the Greek name 'Alexandros', meaning 'defender of mankind'.

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Famous People

Alessandro Volta (1745-1827)

Physicist

  • Invented the electric battery
  • Pioneer in the study of electricity and galvanism

Alessandro Del Piero (1974-)

Footballer

  • Won the FIFA World Cup with Italy in 2006
  • Legendary striker for Juventus

Alessandro Manzoni (1785-1873)

Writer, Poet

  • Authored the novel 'The Betrothed', a masterpiece of Italian literature