Lexie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Lexie originated as a diminutive of Alexandra or Alexis, which traces back to the Greek name Alexandros meaning 'defender of men'. It has evolved through various historical forms and is recognized for its cheerful connotation. Lexie has no biblical relevance and gained popularity in the late 20th century. It is viewed as a modern and friendly name, with notable figures bearing this name.
The name Lexie is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Lexie has been too falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, 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 male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Lexie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2655th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3013th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3278th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7574th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 18784th out of 24088 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1004th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1567th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2280th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3967th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1439th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 550th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 782nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Lexie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Lexie"
Pronunciation
/ˈlɛksi/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Lexie is a diminutive form of the name Alexandra or Alexis, which is derived from the Greek name Alexandros, meaning 'defender of men'.
Meaning
defender of men
Language Evolution
Alexandros (Ancient Greek), Alexandra (Modern Greek), Lexie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Lexie gained popularity in the late 20th century as a trendy and modern diminutive, especially in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Lex, Lexa, Alex, Alexis
Modern Popularity & Image
Lexie is currently perceived as a cheerful and youthful name, often associated with friendliness and approachability.
Famous People
Lexie Stevenson, an American actress, Lexie Liu, a Chinese singer and rapper
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Lexie"
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 "Lexie"
"Lexie" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2655th of 7545 | 154 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3013th of 6773 | 116 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3278th of 7552 | 119 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7574th of 10718 | 21 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 18784th of 24088 | 15 |
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1004th of 9107 | 938 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1567th of 9204 | 463 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2280th of 12526 | 449 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3967th of 19264 | 248 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1439th of 27321 | 1,645 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 550th of 35406 | 8,493 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 782nd of 30306 | 4,240 |
Regional Popularity of "Lexie" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
91.55% 2166th/2366 |
- |
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 "Lexie" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
31.36% 742nd/2366 |
- |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
58.22% 1370th/2353 |
- |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 2227th/2227 |
- |
95.37% 2721st/2853 |
- |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
100.00% 3518th/3518 |
- |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
35.17% 1296th/3685 |
53.79% 2407th/4475 |
25.78% 1339th/5194 |
26.83% 1695th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
10.98% 503rd/4582 |
14.66% 757th/5164 |
6.99% 511th/7313 |
7.45% 556th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
22.44% 894th/3984 |
23.29% 1045th/4487 |
12.09% 825th/6822 |
9.67% 607th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Lexie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Lexie" 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.