Alexi Unisex

Popularity: #925 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: ah-LEK-see /əˈlɛk.si/

Origin: Greek; Russian

Meaning: Greek: defender of mankind; Russian: noble

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Alexi is derived from the Greek name Alexandros, which means "defender of men." The etymology can be traced back to the components "alexein," meaning "to defend," and "aner," meaning "man." This name was Latinized as Alexander, which became widely known through historical figures such as Alexander the Great, who reigned in the 4th century BCE and is often celebrated for his military conquests and cultural influence across the ancient world. The name subsequently spread throughout Europe, evolving into various forms, including the feminine variant Alexandra, from which Alexi is derived.

In the context of Christian history, the name Alexander appears in the New Testament, notably in the writings of early Church figures. The name has been borne by numerous saints, including Saint Alexander of Constantinople, who served as a bishop in the 4th century and played a significant role in the early Christian church.

The name's enduring presence in religious texts and its association with revered figures contributed to its continued use across different cultures and languages. Culturally, the name Alexi carries connotations of strength and protection, resonating with the heroic qualities associated with its historical roots.

In various cultures, names derived from Alexander have been linked to leadership and valor, reinforcing their significance in literature and folklore. The diminutive form Alex is commonly used, reflecting a more informal or affectionate version of the name while maintaining its original meaning.

Overall, Alexi embodies a rich historical legacy that spans centuries and cultures, symbolizing defense and strength.

Famous people named Alexi

In this section, you will find notable people named Alexi. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Alexi who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

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Alexi Lalas is a former soccer player best known for his time with the U.S. Men's National Team, MLS, and as a sports commentator.

Alexi Sayle is a comedian and actor best known for The Young Ones, Alexi Sayle's Merry-Go-Round, and his stand-up comedy.

Fictional characters named Alexi

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Alexi is a fictional character from the video game series Metro. He is a member of the Spartan Order who aids the protagonist in their journey through the post-apocalyptic world.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Alexi, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

AlexaAlinaAlyssaArianaAmaraAva

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Alexi. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

AlessiaAlexandraAlinaAlyssaElenaIslaMayaSofia

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Alexi was first seen in the United States in 1965.

Alexi has ranked as high as #1668 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Illinois.

In the past 5 years the name Alexi has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Alexi is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Alexi was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Alexi.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 41 18 23
2024 47 21 26
2023 76 40 36
2022 65 31 34
2021 76 29 47
2020 54 22 32
2019 77 34 43
2018 66 23 43
2017 73 23 50
2016 102 25 77
2015 106 29 77
2014 98 30 68
2013 106 35 71
2012 128 37 91
2011 167 41 126
2010 200 44 156
2009 168 45 123
2008 218 73 145
2007 196 56 140
2006 205 54 151
2005 194 54 140
2004 199 65 134
2003 215 42 173
2002 236 40 196
2001 215 50 165
2000 214 50 164
1999 223 37 186
1998 236 51 185
1997 199 59 140
1996 195 45 150
1995 178 43 135
1994 190 42 148
1993 140 30 110
1992 127 42 85
1991 137 29 108
1990 121 27 94
1989 75 22 53
1988 81 15 66
1987 60 21 39
1986 48 18 30
1985 46 22 24
1984 45 23 22
1983 27 18 9
1982 35 22 13
1981 33 18 15
1980 25 13 12
1979 35 20 15
1978 16 16 0
1977 21 12 9
1976 16 16 0
1975 21 13 8
1974 21 11 10
1973 17 17 0
1972 13 8 5
1971 6 6 0
1970 13 6 7
1969 10 5 5
1968 11 5 6
1967 6 6 0
1965 7 7 0

Top States for Alexi (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 6
100%