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soh-FEE-uh
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Lexie
GirlGreek, English· “short for Alexandra; defender”
- Meaning
- short for Alexandra; defender
- Origin
- Greek, English
- Pronunciation
- LEHK-see
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #1,357
- US babies 2025
- 163
- Best rank
- #467 (2010)
- Peak year
- 2010
Meaning and origin of Lexie
Lexie is a Greek and English name that is usually said to mean “short for Alexandra; defender”.
Lexie began as a pet form of Alexandra and Alexis, names that come from the Greek alexein, "to defend" or "to help". Alexandra means "defender of men", and it has a long royal history across Europe. Lexie is now used as a given name on its own, especially in the United States and Britain, and it also appears as Lexi and Lexy. The name is short, bright and energetic, with a playful x sound in the middle. It suits parents who want a friendly, informal name, and it can easily grow into the fuller Alexandra if they prefer a formal option.
Popularity over time
Lexie first appears in US Social Security records in 1886. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 50 different years, starting in 1886. Its best national rank was #467 in 2010, the same year it reached its highest count of 647 babies. In 2025, 163 babies were named Lexie, and it ranked #1,357 nationally. That is 59% fewer than ten years earlier, so it is becoming less common.
Its national rank moved from #1,082 in 1920, #1,538 in 1950, #2,472 in 1980, #555 in 2000, #467 in 2010, and #1,357 in 2025. Of the 16,789 US girls named Lexie since records began, 32% were born in the 2000s, its biggest decade. The 2010s come next, with 4,802 babies. Since 2010, 6,260 more have been named Lexie.
Other girls' names that peaked around the same time include Brisa, Jaylynn, Nathalie, Abbigail, and Melina.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Lexie ranked highest in Utah, Washington, and Colorado.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | #773 | 5 |
| Washington | #992 | 6 |
| Colorado | #995 | 5 |
| California | #1011 | 27 |
| Texas | #1049 | 27 |
Gender, sound and spelling
In the US it is used almost only for girls.
Lexie is usually pronounced LEHK-see, with two syllables. It has five letters, starts with L and ends in “-ie”.
Middle names for Lexie
A few middle names that flow with Lexie: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Lexie
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lexie mean?
Lexie is a Greek and English name that is usually said to mean “short for Alexandra; defender”.
What is the origin of the name Lexie?
Lexie has Greek and English roots. Lexie began as a pet form of Alexandra and Alexis, names that come from the Greek alexein, "to defend" or "to help".
Is Lexie a popular name?
Not especially. Lexie ranked #1,357 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Lexie a boy or girl name?
Lexie is mainly a girl's name. In the US it is used almost only for girls.
How do you pronounce Lexie?
Lexie is usually pronounced LEHK-see. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings