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Name Origin

Alexandre is a French and Portuguese masculine given name, a variant of Alexander. It originates from the Greek name Αλέξανδρος (Alexandros), meaning 'defender of men' or 'protector of mankind'.

masculinedefenderprotectorstrongleader

Famous People

Alexandre Dumas (1802-1870)

Novelist

  • Author of The Three Musketeers
  • Author of The Count of Monte Cristo

Alexandre Pushkin (1799-1837)

Poet, Novelist, Dramatist

  • Considered the founder of modern Russian literature
  • Wrote renowned works like Eugene Onegin and The Captain's Daughter

Alexandre Lacazette (1991-)

Professional Footballer

  • Plays as a striker for Lyon
  • Former Arsenal player