"Defender; one who defends or helps (from alexein)"
Origin: Greek
Alexi
Pronunciation: [ uhl-EHKS-ee ]
A distinctive 3-syllable girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
Greek
Russian
Eastern European
American
Meaning & Origin
"Masculine form meaning defender of the people"
Origin: Russian/Slavic
Things to Know About This Name
- May be confused with the more common Alexis
- In some cultures, perceived as masculine
Popularity Over Time
#5,114
Current Rank
Peaked 1998
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Alexi
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Alexi Pappas
Greek-American Olympic runner and filmmaker
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Alexei Navalny
Russian opposition leader and anti-corruption activist
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Alexi Luthor
Variant of Lex Luthor, Supermans nemesis in various DC adaptations
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #5,114
- Total SSA Count
- 26
- Cultural Origins
- Greek Russian Eastern European American
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Ale
Aly
Aleie
Middle Name Ideas
Suggested pairings based on syllable flow and style
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, American heritage match, balanced 3-2 syllable flow
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Classic pairing, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
Sibling Names
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Also a Boy Name
Alexi is also used as a boy name, ranked #4826.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Alexi
What does the name Alexi mean?
"Defender; one who defends or helps (from alexein)" (from Greek). "Masculine form meaning defender of the people" (from Russian/Slavic)
What is the origin of the name Alexi?
Alexi has Greek, Russian/Slavic, Russian, Eastern European, and American origins. In Greek, it means "Defender; one who defends or helps (from alexein)". In Russian/Slavic, it means "Masculine form meaning defender of the people".
Is Alexi a boy or girl name?
Alexi is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #5114. As a boy name, it is ranked #4826. 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 #5114 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Alexi?
Common nicknames for Alexi include Ale, Aly, and Aleie.
What are good middle names for Alexi?
Popular middle name pairings include Alexi Rose, Alexi Mae, Alexi Grace, Alexi Jane, and Alexi Claire.
What are good sibling names for Alexi?
Names that pair well with Alexi as siblings include Demi, Zara, Nika, Sasha, Milo, and Ivan.
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 #5114 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Alexi
Alexi is a girl name with Greek, Russian, Eastern European, and American origins . The name means "Defender; one who defends or helps (from alexein)" in Greek .
Is Alexi a boy or girl name? Alexi is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #5,114 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #4,826. Alexi is more commonly used as a boy name.
Alexi is currently ranked #5,114 in popularity for girl 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 Ale, Aly, and Aleie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Alexi include Alexandra, Alexandria, Alexis, Alexa, Alexia . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.