Alexey Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-LEK-say / əˈlɛk.seɪRussian; Greek
Meaning
Russian: defender of mankind; Greek: protector
Historical & Cultural Background
Alexey is a common name in Russia, derived from the Greek name Alexios. It has been borne by several notable figures in Russian history, including tsars and saints. The name is often associated with strength and protection, reflecting its etymological roots. In modern times, it remains popular in various Slavic countries.
Trend Summary
Alexey has seen moderate popularity in Russia and surrounding regions, with consistent usage over the years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Aleksey
- Alexei
International Variants
- Alexis (French)
- Aleksy (Polish)
- Aleksei (Russian)
- Aleksandr (Bulgarian)
Famous people named Alexey
Alexey Navalny is a Russian opposition leader known for his anti-corruption activism.
Alexey Pajitnov is a Russian video game designer best known for creating Tetris.
Alexey Shved is a professional basketball player who has played in the NBA and for the Russian national team.
Alexey Vorobyov is a Russian singer and actor who gained fame after participating in the Eurovision Song Contest.
Fictional characters named Alexey
Alexey Ivanovich Karamazov is a character in Fyodor Dostoevsky's novel 'The Brothers Karamazov', representing philosophical and moral dilemmas.
Alexey Sokolov is a character in the video game 'Metro 2033', serving as a soldier in a post-apocalyptic Moscow.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alexey was first seen in the United States in 1970. Alexey has ranked as high as #1343 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in Florida, California, Washington, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Alexey has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alexey (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 10 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 14 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 24 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 17 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 28 |
| 2014 | 27 |
| 2015 | 26 |
| 2016 | 27 |
| 2017 | 43 |
| 2018 | 22 |
| 2019 | 30 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 19 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 13 |
| 2024 | 19 |