The nameLexa
Lexa is a girl's name, a short form of Alexandra.
- Girl's name
- Greek
Meaning
A short form of Alexandra, from the Greek, "defender of men".
Origin
Greek.
History
In France it was mostly given in the 2010s and 2020s.
Popularity of the name Lexa
Lexa in France
1324thmost popular girls' name in France, latest official figures
2021peak year (95 births)
505babies named Lexa in France since 1900
Lexa was most popular in France in the 2020s, with 315 births over the decade, 62% of all recorded babies named Lexa. Its rise began around 2016, and it peaked in 2021. Half of all babies named Lexa in France were born before 2020, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 47 births a year.
Variants and related names
Lexa in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lexa mean?
A short form of Alexandra, from the Greek, "defender of men".
What is the origin of the name Lexa?
Greek.
Is Lexa a girl's or a boy's name?
Lexa is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Lexa?
Variants and related names of Lexa include Alexandra.