Lesia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lesia is a name of Ukrainian origin derived from 'Alexandra,' meaning 'defender of men.' It has evolved through various forms and symbolizes strength. There is no direct biblical relevance. The name gained popularity in the 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in Ukrainian culture. Common variants include Lesya and Alexandra, and it carries a modern image of resilience.
The name Lesia is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Lesia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lesia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1090th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1320th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8391st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 32490th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 30306th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lesia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lesia"
Pronunciation
/ˈlɛziə/
Origin
Ukrainian
Etymology
Lesia is derived from the name 'Alexandra,' which comes from the Greek name 'Alexandros,' meaning 'defender of men.'
Meaning
defender of men
Language Evolution
Alexandra, Lesya, Lesia
Historical Usage
Lesia has been used in Ukraine since the 19th century and gained popularity in the early 20th century, particularly due to the influence of Ukrainian literature and culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Lesya, Alexandra, Lexie
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Lesia is viewed positively in modern Ukrainian culture, often associated with strength and resilience.
Famous People
Lesia Ukrainka, a renowned Ukrainian poet and playwright, Lesia Tsurenko, a professional Ukrainian tennis player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lesia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Lesia"
"Lesia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1090th of 12526 | 1,691 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1320th of 19264 | 1,348 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8391st of 27321 | 129 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 32490th of 35406 | 7 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 30306th of 30306 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Lesia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Lesia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
48.18% 1073rd/2227 |
65.43% 1590th/2430 |
24.11% 688th/2853 |
64.22% 1782nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
47.77% 1403rd/2937 |
66.75% 2325th/3483 |
22.77% 801st/3518 |
74.26% 3003rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lesia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lesia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.