"defender of the people"
Origin: Greek
Language: Greek
Alexi
Pronunciation: [ uhl-EHKS-ee ]
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"protector of men"
Origin: Greek
Language: English
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The Story of Alexi
Alexi is a form of the Greek name Alexios, derived from alexein meaning to defend and andros meaning man or people. The longer form Alexander spread across the ancient world through Alexander the Great's conquests. Alexi is the softer, more intimate diminutive form used in Greek, Russian, and Eastern European cultures.
Alexi as a given name has been especially common in Spain and Latin America, where it blends the familiar Alex with a more distinctive ending. In Russia and Eastern Europe, Alexei or Aleksei are the full forms, while Alexi appears in South American and Greek communities.
Names derived from Alexander carry the legacy of one of history's greatest conquerors, used by Byzantine emperors, Russian tsars, and countless rulers. Alexi signals a more modern, informal relationship with that grand heritage.
Historical Record
Alexi first appeared in US Social Security records in 1965.
Over 1,738 babies have been named Alexi in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Alexi is past its peak , currently ranked #4,826 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Alexander the Great spread the root name to every continent his armies reached
- Alexi is used as both masculine and feminine in some cultures
- The root alexein appears in the English word alexia meaning inability to read
Alexi in Other Languages
Greek
Alexis
French
Alexis
German
Alexei
Italian
Alessio
Russian
Alexei
Spanish
Alexi
Popularity Over Time
#4,826
Current Rank
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Trend
Peaked 1997
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #4,826
- Total SSA Count
- 21
- Cultural Origins
- Greek Russian Eastern European Spanish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Al
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Frequently Asked Questions About Alexi
What does the name Alexi mean?
"defender of the people" (from Greek). "protector of men" (from Greek). Alexi is a form of the Greek name Alexios, derived from alexein meaning to defend and andros meaning man or people. The longer form Alexander spread across the ancient world through Alexander the Great's conquests. Alexi is the softer, more intimate diminutive form used in Greek, Russian, and Eastern European cultures.
What is the origin of the name Alexi?
Alexi has Greek, Russian, Eastern European, and Spanish origins. In Greek, it means "defender of the people". In Greek, it means "protector of men".
Is Alexi a boy or girl name?
Alexi is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #4826. As a girl name, it is ranked #5114. Alexi is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Alexi?
Alexi is pronounced uhl-EHKS-ee.
How popular is the name Alexi?
Alexi is currently ranked #4826 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Alexi?
Common nicknames for Alexi include Alex and Lex.
What are good middle names for Alexi?
Popular middle name pairings include Alexi James, Alexi Reed, Alexi Cole, Alexi Stone, Alexi Cruz, Alexi Dane, and Alexi Blaine.
What are good sibling names for Alexi?
Names that pair well with Alexi as siblings include Nico, Demi, Zara, Sasha, Mia, Dmitri, and Tasha.
How many syllables does Alexi have?
Alexi has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Alexi a common or rare name?
Alexi is an uncommon name, ranked #4826 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Alexi
Alexi is a boy name with Greek, Russian, Eastern European, and Spanish origins . The name means "defender of the people" in Greek .
Is Alexi a boy or girl name? Alexi is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #4,826 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #5,114. Alexi is more commonly used as a boy name.
Alexi is currently ranked #4,826 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Alexi has 3 syllables and is pronounced uhl-EHKS-ee, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Alexi include Alex, Lex, and Al. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Alexi include Alexander, Alex, Alexis, Alexande, Alexzander . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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