Meaning & Origin
a male given name from Ancient Greek, equivalent to English Alexis or Alexius
Alessio is a boy's baby name of Italian origin, the Italian form of Alexis, from the Greek alexein meaning "to defend" or "to protect." It has been used in Italy since medieval times, carrying the same protective meaning as Alexander in a softer, more Mediterranean form.
Alessio has a warm, flowing Italian quality that has been attracting American parents drawn to Italian culture. Its three-syllable rhythm and the soft -io ending give it an effortless continental elegance, sitting naturally alongside Matteo, Leonardo, and Marco.