Lexi Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationLEK-see / ˈlɛk.siGreek; English
Meaning
Greek: defender of mankind; English: short form of Alexandra
Historical & Cultural Background
Lexi is often considered a diminutive of Alexandra, which has roots in Greek. The name Alexandra has been used since ancient times, associated with notable historical figures. Lexi gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the late 20th century as a modern and trendy name.
Trend Summary
Lexi has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States since the early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lexie
- Lexy
International Variants
- Lexie (English)
- Alexia (Spanish)
- Alexis (French)
Famous people named Lexi
Lexi Thompson is a professional golfer known for her achievements on the LPGA Tour.
Lexi Underwood is an actress and singer known for her role in the television series 'Little Fires Everywhere.'.
Lexi Lawless is a social media influencer and content creator with a significant following.
Fictional characters named Lexi
Lexi is a character in the television series 'The Vampire Diaries,' known for her friendship with the main characters.
Lexi is a character in the video game series 'Mass Effect,' serving as a member of the crew.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Lexi was first seen in the United States in 1948. Lexi has ranked as high as #485 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, Illinois, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Lexi has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Lexi (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 101 | |
| TX | 66 | |
| NY | 26 | |
| FL | 25 | |
| PA | 24 | |
| GA | 23 | |
| OH | 19 | |
| WA | 18 | |
| AZ | 16 | |
| MA | 14 | |
| MN | 14 | |
| NC | 13 | |
| IL | 12 | |
| NJ | 12 | |
| KS | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 12 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 25 |
| 1980 | 26 |
| 1981 | 34 |
| 1982 | 28 |
| 1983 | 29 |
| 1984 | 27 |
| 1985 | 38 |
| 1986 | 33 |
| 1987 | 45 |
| 1988 | 55 |
| 1989 | 71 |
| 1990 | 73 |
| 1991 | 132 |
| 1992 | 141 |
| 1993 | 206 |
| 1994 | 237 |
| 1995 | 293 |
| 1996 | 408 |
| 1997 | 371 |
| 1998 | 666 |
| 1999 | 703 |
| 2000 | 642 |
| 2001 | 642 |
| 2002 | 722 |
| 2003 | 787 |
| 2004 | 993 |
| 2005 | 868 |
| 2006 | 956 |
| 2007 | 1,006 |
| 2008 | 1,127 |
| 2009 | 1,256 |
| 2010 | 1,311 |
| 2011 | 1,272 |
| 2012 | 1,302 |
| 2013 | 1,299 |
| 2014 | 1,334 |
| 2015 | 1,058 |
| 2016 | 1,030 |
| 2017 | 946 |
| 2018 | 931 |
| 2019 | 955 |
| 2020 | 844 |
| 2021 | 756 |
| 2022 | 718 |
| 2023 | 580 |
| 2024 | 536 |