Lexington Unisex
Origin(s)
English; American
Meaning
English: from the town of Lexington; American: derived from a place name
Historical & Cultural Background
Lexington is a name derived from a town in Massachusetts, which played a significant role in the American Revolutionary War. The name has become popular in the United States, often associated with themes of independence and patriotism. It is also used as a surname and has been adopted in various contexts, including as a place name in other regions.
Trend Summary
Lexington has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Lexton, Lex, Lennox, Lexus, Lexingtonia
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lexington was first seen in the United States in 1987. Lexington has ranked as high as #1264 nationally which occurred in 2020 and has been most popular in New York, Texas, Florida, California, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Lexington has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lexington (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 9 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 15 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2006 | 17 |
| 2007 | 18 |
| 2008 | 27 |
| 2009 | 38 |
| 2010 | 28 |
| 2011 | 23 |
| 2012 | 28 |
| 2013 | 30 |
| 2014 | 44 |
| 2015 | 36 |
| 2016 | 46 |
| 2017 | 41 |
| 2018 | 78 |
| 2019 | 78 |
| 2020 | 92 |
| 2021 | 74 |
| 2022 | 52 |
| 2023 | 40 |
| 2024 | 32 |