Alexandrite

Gender
Female (Feminine | Girl)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Alexandrite is derived from the name Alexander, which means "defender of the people" or "protector of mankind." Alexandrite is a gemstone that was discovered in Russia in the 19th century on the birthday of Alexander II. It is known for its ability to change color depending on the lighting.
Pronunciation
ah-LEKS-an-drite or ah-LEKS-an-dreight
al-ig-ZAN-driet(English)
Popularity
Alexandrite is not a common name and is not ranked in the top 1000 names in the United States or other countries.

cartoon of the name Alexandrite
Cartoon of Alexandrite

Alexandrite Name meanings & History

Alexandrite is derived from the name Alexander, which means "defender of the people" or "protector of mankind." Alexandrite is a gemstone that was discovered in Russia in the 19th century on the birthday of Alexander II. It is known for its ability to change color depending on the lighting. From the name of a chrysoberyl that displays a colour change depending on the light source, named after the Russian tsar Alexander II of Russia (1818-1881). Alexandrite is a lovely name for a baby girl that is unique and has a special meaning. It would be a great choice for parents who love gemstones or have a connection to Russia.

Zodiac Sign of Alexandrite: Action Aries

Synonyms of Alexandrite:

A: Argumentative,Assertive,Action,Aggressive,Ambitious,Angry

L: Legal,Languid,Lovely,Lover,Liaison,Luscious,Lazy

E: Exaggerate,Entertain,Expressive,Enliven,Enlighten,Environment

X: Extravagant,Extensive,Exaggeration,X marks' the spot,Exhaustive,Excitement,Extreme

N: Nice,Nagging,Nervous,Nitpicking,Neurosis,Neat,Nutrition

D: Daddy,Demanding,Domestic,Determined,Doting,Dutiful

R: Rational,Resourceful,Reason,Restless

I: Involved,Indulgence,Intimate

T: Truth,Tireless,Doubting Thomas,Testy,Touchy,Tacky,Talkative

Alexandrite is:

  • a Delicate name
  • a Refined name
  • a Rough name
  • a Wholesome name

Related Names to Alexandrite

Alexandra, Alexander, Alexandrina