Alexya Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-LEX-ee-ah / /əˈlɛk.si.ə/Greek; English
Meaning
defender of mankind; noble
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Alexya is derived from the Greek name Alexander, meaning 'defender of mankind.' In English-speaking cultures, it has emerged as a modern variant, reflecting a trend towards unique feminine forms of traditionally masculine names. The name has been embraced for its strong connotations and contemporary appeal.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Alexia
- Alessia
- Lexi
International Variants
- Alexia (Spanish)
- Alessia (Italian)
Famous people named Alexya
Alexya K. — artist.
Alexya B. — author.
Fictional characters named Alexya
Alexya — fantasy series.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alexya was first seen in the United States in 1993. Alexya has ranked as high as #1300 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in Texas, California, and Arizona. In the past 5 years the name Alexya has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alexya (2010)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 8 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 35 |
| 2002 | 39 |
| 2003 | 37 |
| 2004 | 42 |
| 2005 | 31 |
| 2006 | 26 |
| 2007 | 25 |
| 2008 | 20 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 20 |
| 2014 | 16 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 9 |
| 2018 | 5 |