Alexei Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-LEK-say / əˈlɛk.seɪRussian; Greek
Meaning
Defender of mankind (Greek); Noble (Russian)
Historical & Cultural Background
Alexei is a variant of the name Alexius, which has roots in ancient Greek. It has been a popular name in Russia, particularly among the nobility and royalty. The name is associated with several saints in the Eastern Orthodox Church. In modern times, it remains a common name in various cultures.
Trend Summary
Alexei has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with occasional peaks in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Aleksey
- Alexey
International Variants
- Aleksy (Polish)
- Alexis (French)
- Aleksandr (Russian)
Famous people named Alexei
Alexei Navalny is a Russian opposition leader known for his anti-corruption activism.
Alexei Tolstoy was a Russian writer and playwright, recognized for his contributions to literature.
Alexei Shirov is a Latvian chess grandmaster, celebrated for his achievements in international chess.
Alexei Sayle is a British comedian and actor, known for his work in television and film.
Fictional characters named Alexei
Alexei Romanov is a character in various historical novels and films about the Russian royal family.
Alexei in the video game 'Metro 2033' is a soldier who plays a role in the post-apocalyptic narrative.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alexei was first seen in the United States in 1961. Alexei has ranked as high as #1312 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Alexei has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alexei (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 8 | |
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1967 | 6 |
| 1968 | 13 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 11 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1984 | 9 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 18 |
| 1993 | 18 |
| 1994 | 25 |
| 1995 | 19 |
| 1996 | 23 |
| 1997 | 30 |
| 1998 | 35 |
| 1999 | 27 |
| 2000 | 48 |
| 2001 | 48 |
| 2002 | 34 |
| 2003 | 35 |
| 2004 | 34 |
| 2005 | 45 |
| 2006 | 38 |
| 2007 | 27 |
| 2008 | 40 |
| 2009 | 29 |
| 2010 | 36 |
| 2011 | 29 |
| 2012 | 25 |
| 2013 | 32 |
| 2014 | 35 |
| 2015 | 39 |
| 2016 | 34 |
| 2017 | 37 |
| 2018 | 37 |
| 2019 | 47 |
| 2020 | 41 |
| 2021 | 51 |
| 2022 | 45 |
| 2023 | 34 |
| 2024 | 47 |