Alexios Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationah-LEX-ee-ohs / əˈlɛk.si.ɒsGreek; Latin
Meaning
Greek: defender of men; Latin: helper
Historical & Cultural Background
Alexios is derived from the Greek name 'Alexios', which is a variant of 'Alexis'. It has been used since ancient times, often associated with figures in Greek history and mythology. The name gained popularity in the Byzantine Empire and has remained in use in various forms throughout Europe. It is often linked to the Christian tradition due to its association with Saint Alexius.
Trend Summary
Alexios has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alexis
- Alex
International Variants
- Aleksios (Greek)
- Alexis (French)
- Aleksy (Polish)
- Alessio (Italian)
Famous people named Alexios
Alexios I Komnenos was a Byzantine Emperor known for his military reforms and the First Crusade.
Alexios Tsipras is a Greek politician who served as the Prime Minister of Greece.
Alexios S. Koutoupis is a notable Greek-American businessman and philanthropist.
Alexios V Doukas was a Byzantine Emperor who ruled briefly during the Fourth Crusade.
Fictional characters named Alexios
Alexios is a protagonist in the video game 'Assassin's Creed Odyssey', set in ancient Greece.
Alexios is a character in the novel 'The Last of the Wine' by Mary Renault, representing the philosophical ideals of ancient Greece.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alexios was first seen in the United States in 1980. Alexios has ranked as high as #1335 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Alexios has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alexios (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 5 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2007 | 11 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2014 | 12 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 37 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 26 |
| 2022 | 30 |
| 2023 | 26 |
| 2024 | 26 |