Lexis
Lexis is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Defender or helper of mankind.
Origin and history
Lexis is a modern name of Greek origin, derived from names like Alexis or Lexi, originating from the word 'alexein' meaning to defend or protect. It gained some popularity in the United States during the late 20th century as a stylish variation of Lexi and Alexis. Today, it remains a rare but distinct choice for girls.
Popularity in the United States
3,314 babies in the United States have been named Lexis since 1880. It ranks #3088 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2050.
States where it is most popular
- TX (14.2 %)
- CA (10.1 %)
- OH (8.7 %)
- PA (8.5 %)
- MI (7.9 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 57 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,336 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,451 |
| 2010-2019 | 419 |
| 2020-2029 | 51 |
Nicknames
Lex, Lexi, Lexie
Fun facts
- Lexis shares its ultimate etymological root with the Greek verb 'alexein', which means to ward off or protect.
- In linguistics, 'lexis' refers to the total stock of words in a language or a person's vocabulary.