Alexia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Alexia originates from the Greek term 'Alexios', which means 'defender' or 'helper'. It has evolved through various historical forms, including ancient Greek. The name conveys traits of strength and protection, and it has no direct biblical relevance. Alexia gained popularity in the late 20th century, and it is viewed positively in contemporary society, often associated with notable figures in various fields.
The name Alexia is most popular in Nevada, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Alexia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, falling for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been falling for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for female in South, falling for female in West. Across generations, 'Alexia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10718th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14556th out of 24088 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5236th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5088th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2557th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1449th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 532nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 185th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 453rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Alexia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alexia"
Pronunciation
/əˈlɛk.si.ə/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Alexia is derived from the Greek name 'Alexios', which means 'defender' or 'helper'. It is related to the name Alexander.
Meaning
defender, helper
Language Evolution
Alexios (Ancient Greek), Alexia (Modern Greek), Alexia (English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as parents sought names that conveyed strength and femininity.
Variants & Derivatives
Alex, Alexa, Lexi, Alessia
Modern Popularity & Image
Alexia is often perceived as a strong and modern name, associated with intelligence and creativity.
Famous People
Alexia Echevarria - Television personality, Alexia Landeau - Actress and producer, Alexia Putellas - Spanish professional footballer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alexia"
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 of "Alexia"
"Alexia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10718th of 10718 | 5 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 14556th of 24088 | 34 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5236th of 9107 | 46 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5088th of 9204 | 52 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2557th of 12526 | 372 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1449th of 19264 | 1,156 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 532nd of 27321 | 6,763 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 185th of 35406 | 29,103 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 453rd of 30306 | 8,453 |
Regional Popularity of "Alexia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
65.06% 4758th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Alexia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
84.49% 2053rd/2430 |
89.03% 2540th/2853 |
88.07% 2444th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
56.11% 1648th/2937 |
36.20% 1261st/3483 |
45.51% 1601st/3518 |
36.99% 1496th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
15.74% 580th/3685 |
12.87% 576th/4475 |
9.09% 472nd/5194 |
8.77% 554th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
4.60% 211th/4582 |
4.12% 213th/5164 |
2.38% 174th/7313 |
2.14% 160th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
15.59% 621st/3984 |
12.08% 542nd/4487 |
6.92% 472nd/6822 |
5.18% 325th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Alexia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alexia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.