ALEXA
The meaning of the unisex name Alexa is HELPER: DEFENDER. VARIATION OF ALEXANDER..
Details on ALEXA:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Helper: defender. variation of alexander
- Popularity for Girl:
- 1,543rd in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 29113th in the USA (bottom 45%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
348 births
ALEXA as a GIRL in 2024
5 births
ALEXA as a BOY in 2020
The meaning(s) of ALEXA:
The name Alexa is a Hungarian baby name. In Hungarian the meaning of the name Alexa is: Defender of man.
The name Alexa is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Alexa is: Defender of man.
The name Alexa is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Alexa is: Helper, defender.
The name Alexa is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Alexa is: Defender of men, helper. Alexander the Great was a 4th century Macedonian king for whom the Egyptian city of Alexandria is named.
USA SSA birth(s) for ALEXA:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name ALEXA
ALEXA as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 348 births |
| 2023 | 492 births |
| 2022 | 577 births |
| 2021 | 708 births |
| 2020 | 1284 births |
| 2019 | 2002 births |
| 2018 | 3067 births |
| 2017 | 3883 births |
| 2016 | 4766 births |
| 2015 | 6050 births |
| 2014 | 4245 births |
| 2013 | 4099 births |
| 2012 | 4292 births |
| 2011 | 4504 births |
| 2010 | 5040 births |
| 2009 | 5307 births |
ALEXA as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2020 | 5 births |
| 2019 | 6 births |
| 2018 | 8 births |
| 2017 | 5 births |
| 2016 | 5 births |
| 2015 | 14 births |
| 2014 | 7 births |
| 2013 | 7 births |
| 2011 | 8 births |
| 2010 | 7 births |
| 2009 | 7 births |
| 2008 | 13 births |
| 2007 | 9 births |
| 2006 | 8 births |
| 2005 | 10 births |
| 2004 | 28 births |
About the name ALEXA
**Alexa**: A name that dances on the tongue, Alexa is of Greek origin, derived from the name Alexander, meaning "defender of man." This melodic name embodies strength and grace, evoking images of protection and bravery. Commonly embraced in various cultures, Alexa has found a home in the hearts of families across the globe, from the bustling streets of the United States to the sun-drenched landscapes of Latin America. In Spain and Portugal, it resonates with a melodic flair, while in Russia and Eastern Europe, it carries a sense of familiarity and warmth. Symbolically, Alexa represents a bridge between the ancient and the modern; it is often associated with intelligence, creativity, and innovation, making it a fitting choice for a child destined to explore the world. With its soft sound and powerful meaning, Alexa stands as a beautiful testament to the legacy of names that inspire and empower across generations and geographies.
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