Lexi
Lexi is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Defender or defender of mankind.
Origin and history
Lexi originated as a diminutive of Alexis or Alexandra, which trace back to the Greek verb alexein, meaning 'to defend'. While historically used as a nickname, it has become a popular independent given name in the United States. It offers a lively, modern sound with deep classical roots.
Popularity in the United States
28,115 babies in the United States have been named Lexi since 1880. It ranks #864 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #465.
States where it is most popular
- TX (11.5 %)
- CA (10.8 %)
- FL (4.7 %)
- IL (3.7 %)
- OH (3.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 12 |
| 1960-1970 | 46 |
| 1970-1980 | 91 |
| 1980-1990 | 386 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,231 |
| 2000-2010 | 9,000 |
| 2010-2019 | 11,441 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,903 |
Famous people named Lexi
- Lexi Underwood: Actress
- Lexi Rivera: Content Creator, Influencer
- Lexi Thompson: Golfer, Athlete
Fun facts
- Lexi evolved from a nickname for Alexis and Alexandra into a popular standalone given name in the late 20th century.
- The name's popularity expanded in the U.S. during the late 1990s and 2000s alongside prominent television characters bearing the name.