Alexx Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AL-ex //ˈæl.ɛks//
Origin: Greek; English
Meaning: Greek: Defender of men; English: Noble
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Alexx is a modern variant of the name Alexandra, which has its roots in the Greek name Alexandros, meaning "defender of men." The etymology can be traced back to the ancient Greek elements "alexein," meaning "to defend," and "aner," meaning "man." This name was popularized in the Hellenistic period, particularly through the historical figure of Alexander the Great, who reigned in the 4th century BCE and became a symbol of military prowess and leadership. The name Alexandra, as a feminine form, emerged in the Greek-speaking world and was later adopted into Latin as "Alexandra," which subsequently influenced various languages, including Old French and Middle English, before becoming established in modern English usage.
Throughout history, the name Alexandra has been borne by numerous notable figures, including queens and saints. One significant milestone is the veneration of Saint Alexandra, a martyr of the early Christian church, whose legacy contributed to the name's enduring popularity in Christian contexts.
The name was also featured in major literary works, including the King James Bible, which helped to solidify its presence in English-speaking cultures by the early 17th century. Culturally, the name Alexx, as a variant of Alexandra, carries connotations of strength and protection, resonating with the original meaning of its Greek roots.
The name has been embraced in various forms across different cultures, often associated with noble qualities. Diminutive forms such as Alex or Lexi have also emerged, reflecting a trend towards shorter, more casual versions of traditional names.
The name's historical significance and its associations with powerful figures have contributed to its lasting appeal across generations.
Famous people named Alexx
In this section, you will find notable people named Alexx. 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 Alexx who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Alexx who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Alexx O'Nell is an actor and filmmaker best known for The Last Dance, The Last Resort, and The Good Wife.
Alexx Honnold is a rock climber best known for Free Solo, Alone on the Wall, and his record-breaking climbs.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alexx was first seen in the United States in 1986.
Alexx has ranked as high as #5267 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in California.
In the past 5 years the name Alexx has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Alexx 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 Alexx 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 Alexx.
| Year | Total Births | Boy | Girl |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| 2023 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 2022 | 8 | 8 | 0 |
| 2021 | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| 2019 | 7 | 7 | 0 |
| 2018 | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| 2016 | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| 2015 | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| 2014 | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| 2013 | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| 2012 | 12 | 12 | 0 |
| 2011 | 13 | 13 | 0 |
| 2010 | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| 2009 | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| 2008 | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| 2007 | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| 2006 | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| 2005 | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| 2004 | 9 | 9 | 0 |
| 2003 | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| 2002 | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| 2001 | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| 2000 | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| 1999 | 25 | 18 | 7 |
| 1998 | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| 1997 | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| 1996 | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| 1995 | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| 1994 | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| 1993 | 35 | 23 | 12 |
| 1992 | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| 1991 | 23 | 16 | 7 |
| 1990 | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| 1989 | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| 1988 | 11 | 11 | 0 |
| 1987 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| 1986 | 6 | 6 | 0 |
Top States for Alexx (2001)
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 |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |