Girl · 63rd of 35,406
Alexa
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
131,588
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2006
Peak Popularity Year
6,125
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Alexa stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Alexa has its roots in Greek, signifying 'defender of mankind'. It evolved from Alexandros to Alexandra and eventually to Alexa in modern English. The name is linked to traits of protection and strength. It does not have a biblical background and saw a surge in popularity in the contemporary era, largely influenced by technology. Variants include Alex and Alexandra, and notable individuals with this name include Alexa Chung and Alexa Ray Joel.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/əˈlɛksə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Alexa is derived from the Greek name Alexandros, which means 'defender of men'. It is often associated with the name Alexander.
Meaning
Defender of mankind
Language Evolution
Alexandros (Greek), Alexandra (Latin), Alexa (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Alexa gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the 21st century due to the rise of technology and products using the name.
Variants & Derivatives
Alex, Alexandra, Alexis
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Alexa is perceived as a modern and tech-savvy name, often associated with innovation and smart technology.
Famous People
Alexa Chung (model and television presenter), Alexa Ray Joel (singer-songwriter)
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Gradually Declining
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 6,125 peak births in 2006
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 10 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 10 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6435th of 16616 | 92 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 7781st of 24088 | 135 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 11349th of 23106 | 57 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5159th of 9107 | 48 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4279th of 9204 | 80 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1669th of 12526 | 754 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1000th of 19264 | 2,003 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 194th of 27321 | 24,545 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 63rd of 35406 | 72,317 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 109th of 30306 | 31,557 |