Male first name (German, English): Alex, the (foreign) men defensive end, protector of men, Ancient Greek (Greek mythology); alexein fend protect =; recognized = the man, known 356 by Alexander the Great, king of Macedonia (- 323 BC.) so far contributed 8 popes named Alexander Female first name (English) Alex, protector of men, Ancient Greek (Greek mythology); alexein = protect ward; recognized = the man, information on the male form of Alexander; known by Alexander the Great, king of Macedonia (356-323 BC).; previously contributed 8 popes named Alexander