Lexa
Meaning
"defender of mankind"
Origin: Greek
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #6,376
- Total SSA Count
- 19
- Syllables
- 2
- Formality
- Moderate
- Nicknames
- Lex, Lexi
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"defender of mankind"
Origin: Greek
"modern invented name"
Origin: American
Lexa is more popular, ranked #6376 vs #6473 for Maizley.
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Lexa is more popular, ranked #6376 compared to Maizley at #6473 in the United States.
Lexa means "defender of mankind" (Greek origin). Maizley means "modern invented name" (American origin).
Lexa is primarily a girl name. Maizley is primarily a girl name.