Lex Boy
Origin(s)
Greek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: defender of men; Latin: light
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Lex is often considered a diminutive of Alexander, which has Greek origins. Alexander means 'defender of men' and has been a popular name throughout history, associated with figures like Alexander the Great. In modern contexts, Lex has gained popularity as a standalone name. It is also used in various cultures, reflecting a blend of classical and contemporary influences.
Trend Summary
The name Lex has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Alex, Liam, Dex, Jett, Rex, Nex, Kex, Tex
Variants
- Lexy
- Lexis
International Variants
- Aleks (Slavic)
- Alejandro (Spanish)
- Alexandre (French)
Famous people named Lex
Lex Luthor is a fictional character and the arch-nemesis of Superman in DC Comics.
Lex Hempel is a notable American entrepreneur known for his contributions to the tech industry.
Lex Barker was an American actor famous for his role as Tarzan in the 1940s and 1950s.
Fictional characters named Lex
Lex Luthor is a prominent character in the Superman franchise, known for his intelligence and rivalry with Superman.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lex was first seen in the United States in 1892. Lex has ranked as high as #1287 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Lex has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lex (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 11 | |
| CA | 8 | |
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1892 | 5 |
| 1894 | 6 |
| 1898 | 6 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1909 | 7 |
| 1911 | 11 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 11 |
| 1915 | 10 |
| 1916 | 9 |
| 1917 | 12 |
| 1918 | 15 |
| 1919 | 21 |
| 1920 | 17 |
| 1921 | 12 |
| 1922 | 21 |
| 1923 | 14 |
| 1924 | 24 |
| 1925 | 12 |
| 1926 | 21 |
| 1927 | 22 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 11 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 15 |
| 1932 | 16 |
| 1933 | 20 |
| 1934 | 16 |
| 1935 | 22 |
| 1936 | 15 |
| 1937 | 14 |
| 1938 | 14 |
| 1939 | 17 |
| 1940 | 12 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1943 | 11 |
| 1944 | 16 |
| 1945 | 12 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 18 |
| 1948 | 23 |
| 1949 | 45 |
| 1950 | 41 |
| 1951 | 56 |
| 1952 | 42 |
| 1953 | 58 |
| 1954 | 59 |
| 1955 | 63 |
| 1956 | 67 |
| 1957 | 50 |
| 1958 | 47 |
| 1959 | 46 |
| 1960 | 39 |
| 1961 | 45 |
| 1962 | 44 |
| 1963 | 31 |
| 1964 | 37 |
| 1965 | 26 |
| 1966 | 33 |
| 1967 | 24 |
| 1968 | 18 |
| 1969 | 19 |
| 1970 | 25 |
| 1971 | 21 |
| 1972 | 11 |
| 1973 | 18 |
| 1974 | 17 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1976 | 14 |
| 1977 | 15 |
| 1978 | 14 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 12 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 14 |
| 1985 | 15 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1987 | 20 |
| 1988 | 25 |
| 1989 | 24 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 22 |
| 1992 | 25 |
| 1993 | 29 |
| 1994 | 24 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1996 | 21 |
| 1997 | 26 |
| 1998 | 27 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 30 |
| 2001 | 25 |
| 2002 | 59 |
| 2003 | 85 |
| 2004 | 79 |
| 2005 | 81 |
| 2006 | 90 |
| 2007 | 93 |
| 2008 | 87 |
| 2009 | 84 |
| 2010 | 78 |
| 2011 | 85 |
| 2012 | 94 |
| 2013 | 57 |
| 2014 | 59 |
| 2015 | 68 |
| 2016 | 76 |
| 2017 | 91 |
| 2018 | 82 |
| 2019 | 90 |
| 2020 | 83 |
| 2021 | 93 |
| 2022 | 83 |
| 2023 | 89 |
| 2024 | 65 |