| Gender | 👩 Girl |
| Pronunciation | 📣 \a-lexa\ |
| Number of People | 👶 128,000 |
| Rate in 2021 | 506 |
| Numerology | 🔢 7 |
| Name origin | 🌍 Greek |
The name Alexa means “the protector” or “the woman who protects”. It is a name with a relatively new use, but it derives from Alexander, which is a name that comes from ancient times. It has a lot to do with strength and determination, so people who wear it tend to be energetic and determined.
Alexa is of Greek origin. It comes from the word "Αλέξανδρος" which translates as the protector. Then, it gave way to the feminine form of Alejandra or Alexandra, which became Alexa as one of its most charming and tender diminutives.
The popularity of the name Alexa
This name first appeared on the chart of the top 1000 most popular names in the year 1973 in the United States of America. Until the year 1986, this name stayed in the lower ranks of the top 1000 when it jumped from number 815 to the number 431.
The name’s popularity continued to climb and Alexa was ranked in the top 100 in the mid 1990s. Also, the highest popularity, 39th, was achieved in the year 2006. Unfortunately, the name’s popularity decreased rapidly after Amazon picked it as the wake word of its voice service Amazon Alexa, which was released worldwide in the year 2016.
The name “ Alexa “ is not a popular given name in California based on the data by reliable researchers in the year 1947. For example, only 8 babies were named “ Alexa “ in the year 1947. A total of only 46 babies bear the same first name as your baby in the United States of America during that year.
The highest recorded use of the given name was in the year 2006 with a total of 6110 babies from the year 1880 to the year 2018. Since the year 1880, the name “ Alexa “ was recorded 126116 times in the SSA public database.
In the year 1916, the name first appeared and was given to 5 newborn babies. This name became a popular name in the year 1994 with a rank of 95 nationwide and was registered 3440 times as a baby girl’s name. For the past 70 years, this name was recorded 125868 times in the SSA database.
The personality of the name Alexa
A is for accomplished, in all that you do
L is for life, that you live well
E is for enjoy, your life can be fun
X is for Xanadu, your place of paradise
A is for absolute, for you know your mind
Your name can be your heart’s desire and destiny. If you are named “ Alexa “, you are intelligent and graceful. Sometimes you are not friendly and do not like to spend time with other people or your family and friends. Knowledge can be your heart’s desire. You might find it difficult to talk to or trust other people. People perceive you as someone impressive and elegant.
Alexa has a fearless and adventurous personality. He is not one of those people who allows himself to be intimidated by anything since he trusts his mettle and good judgment. She has a very direct gift for communication, which is why she doesn't beat around the bush to express what she thinks and feels.
In love, she is open and passionate. For this reason, he does anything to keep the flame of passion alive in the couple. However, sometimes she is somewhat demanding, so she always expects the same response from the other person.
At work, she is not so dedicated to her work, but she does try to fulfill her role efficiently. Of course, if you find your true calling, you will stand out above the rest. She is very united with her family and fully trusts her. For this reason, she always looks for a way to be close to her loved ones, since she feels that she is with the best company.
People called Alexa will always try to protect their loved ones at all costs. Another characteristic of Alexa's personality is that she hates routine, so it is usual that they are devising a new adventure at every moment.
Famous people named Alexa
Alexa Chung, Alexa Ray Joel, Alexa Davalos, and Alexa Curtis
Diminutives and variations of the name Alexa
Alexa has some associated variants and diminutives such as the following:
Alexandra, Alex, Alejandra, Alessandra, Alessa, Alexy, Sandy, Sacha
The name Alexa in other languages
Alexa does not have variants in other languages. However, the name from which it derives is. these are some of the ways it is written in other languages:
Italian: Alessandra
German: Alexandra
English: Alexandra
Russian: Sasha
French: Alexandria
Alexa's Saint's Day
For onomastics, the day assigned to Alexa is February 14 in honor of Saint Alejandra, which, as we have already mentioned, is where this unique name derives from.
Numerology of the name Alexa
Numerology relates the name Alexa to the number 7 which belongs to people with perfectionist and overprotective qualities.
Similar names to the name Alexa
Alex, Alexia, Alexis, and Alexandra
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my names alexa, and when i was younger i would always wish i was an alexandra or alexis, but now i love my name the way it is :)
I love my name, especially when people get it right. When I'meet someone new, 9/10 times they'll say something like "Oh, hi Alexis!" And I'm like "No, It's Alex-UH!" i've only met three other people with my name, and I'm currently in school with one of them. We've made it a thing: "Hi Alexa!" "Hi Alexa!" I thought it'd be cool at first, but now It's just plain confusing. Now I know how all the Andrews feel... I don't go by anything, but I'd like to be either Ally or Lexy, which is what my friend calls me. Overall, though, when it comes down to it, I really do love my name.
Most people call me lexi or alexia. I don't really care but I hate it when people forget my name because it is so unique.
I was going to name my daughter this, (By the way, Im pregnate with two girls and one boy) but now that I think of it and read all these comments, I think it is too commen. I have two little girls who live on the same street as me and my husband and they're names are both Lexie...
I chose to name my youngest daughter Alexa. Like the othe's who have commented a lot of people mistakenly call her Alexis but she doesn't make a big deal about it. Her nickname is Saysa because when she was 2 she couldn't say Alexa and when people asked what her name was she would reply Saysa and It'stuck.
My name is Alexa and I have always loved my name, especially because my mom and dad made the name up (they didn't look through any books to find my name). I think It's one of the most beautiful names I have ever heard, i dont know why but I have always loved my name. I usually get called 'Lexa', 'Lex', or 'Lexi' by my friends and family, any yes they have tried calling me Alex or Alexis but I usually didnt respond (mostly because there are people in my grade named Alex and Alexis) so they gave up and stuck to the original nick-names. =)
My older sister's name is Alexa. She has icy cold blue eyes and short light brown hair with red highlights. She hates it.
my name is alexa im 11 years old i thought that there were only a couple named alexa and i guess there are alot i really enjoy my name.......i also get called lexa,lex,lexi and lexi lou so i really do love my name
Alexa is really popular name in my town but no matter how many girls have it i will still think its pretty
My name is 'Alexa' but dad wanted 'Alexandria' and my last name is 11 letters long so that did go so well.lol! I dont like how know one has it. My mom wanted me to be 'Alex' if i was a boy or girl so i just got called 'Alex' by my family..and my friends call me 'lexa'. It is a great name
This name is GREAT most people I'meet love it. Its a very cool name.
my name is alexa and i am awesome so i would name your daughter after me,
My name is Alecsa but it is Pronounced Alexa my father came up with it but when people try to reed my name they say alysha or Alecisa It's pretty bad but I haven't met any one who spells it like me❤️ so I am thankful to my father for spelling it this way even'though it can be a pain
Alexis is better but I don't like either of them..
I have the name Alexa and I love it. I have only met one other person with the name Alexa. Also, I can never find anything with my name on it. People call me "Alexis" or "Alexia" and I'm like, "It's Alexa". You would think that people could remember'such an easy name, but some people love how unique and beautiful it is. When I'm in school and an Alexis gets announced over the'speaker, at first I get really scared, but then I'm cool. I would never change my name because it is AMAZING.:)<3
i like my name alexa. the only reason why i dont like it is becuase people call me alexis alexia alexandra! i hate it look at my birth certificate and then come talk to me. i love the name alexa becuase there are so many different things you can make with it. Uh- lex. lex lexi sexi lexi aleca(my hawaiin name) i love it k;bye
My sister's name is Alexa. She is thirteen and model/actress. We call her Lexie, or Lex.
I always said if i have a girl i will name her Alexa Grace. Alexa becouse I like it, and Grace for Gods saving grace!
When searching for an origin, I wouldn't overlook the Latin word for spear (lancea). If that were the case, though, we all should be women because It's a feminine noun! I have known a handful of Lance's in my 26 years and physically met only one. At the time I felt quite hostile towards him in a sort of "there can be only one" kind of way. "Matt's" and "John's" will never run into this situation. It's a good name.
I'm 16 and my parents named me Alexa Taylor because they wanted a name that meant strong, and a name that could be said in multiple languages. In my grade, there are 5 other girls with my name'so it gets a little annoying when we have the'same classes. i've been called Alexis, Alexia etc. My name Isn't that difficult to remember, but sometimes (all the time) they forget
One of my favorite names. Alexa Ray Joel is the daughter of model/actress Christie Brinkley, and musician Billy Joel. Alexa is a singer'songwriter as well, and I predict she will go on to great success. :)
My name is Alexa it rocks! I like it when my friends call me "Lexi"
this is a good name to branch from if u have twins
My 10 year old daughter is named Alexa and she's so awesome. She thinks her name is awesome, too. In case you can't tell, she's dictating to me what to say!
This is my daughter's name and I love it Daija Jolee Already Beautiful in french perfect
My daughters name is Alexa, she was born during the "Alexa boom" is 2018 (I didn't know it was that popular!) so yeah, she's 9 years old. Her middle name is Marie, after her Aunt.
my 17 month old daughter's name is Anna Alexa and she also has blonde hair and blue eyes LOL
I like Alexa but I love the name Alexia more though but it is still a pretty name!
Well, my name is also Alexa, but I know about four other people that have it. It's common where I live, therefore I hate it.
My name is Alexa. I'm 15 and ever'since I was little people can never get into their heads that It's "Alexa" and not "Alexis" or "Alexia". I'm so used to it now that I answer when people call me by the wrong name I answer and that's so sad. My parents and family have called me "Lex" or "Lexa" since I was younger. Now that I am growing up people have started to call me "Lexii". I can easily tell how long you have known me if you call me "Lexii" or "Lex". But for me I think I understand why people call me "Alexis". I am African American and there are not many African American girls named Alexa from what I have seen. African Americans are not used to the name Alexa, but Alexis. And then when I correct them, they look at me confused. But yes I love my name, even'though alot of people don't even know It's my name. Haha.
My name is Alexa and it Isn't very common so people don't get me confused with someone else named Emily or some very used out name.
i love my name and get lots of compliments for it, but i find i get called alexis, alexia or even alicia! I'mostly use "lex" or "lexi" because other people tend to be able to get that correct for some reason.
I love, love, love the name Alexa! It's a pretty name and It's not over'sed either. Perfect.
I still dislike my name, my mom named me Alexa after my dad Alexander, and so many people call me Alexis or Alexia, I really dislike it when people mess it up, it doesn't seem like that hard of a name, but otherwise I find It'so pretty.
My name is 'Alexa". If I could get a penny for everytime I was told that name was very pretty and different! I have definately learned to appreciate my name at the ripe old age of 30.
The nickname Maddie is cute. But Madison is ugly sounding.
My 8 months old daughter is also Alexa and she has blond hair and blue eyes. I love her name and I call her Lexie. I think its a beautiful name!!!
Alexa is a great name doesn't feel like my name needs more I just feel ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️but l lije it
My names Alexa, and like stated about my biggest problem is getting "Alexis", "Lexi", "Alex", "Alexandria", etc. Its Alexa. Just Alexa. i've never had anyone have toruble pronouncing it though.
my name is alexa and i have long light brown hair and brownish green eyes i love my name because there arent very many people in my area that have it :) i also hate being called alex or alexis i go by alexa, lex, or lexa :]
I am trying to come up with first name for my baby girl. The middle and last names are predetermined, due to generational heritage and of course she will have her Daddy's last name! So I am thinking of using Alexa... I live in Oregon and there are not many Alexa's! I've of course come into contact with Alexis, Lexi, Lexis. But no Alexa's I am just hoping she won't mind that our initials will be the exact same after her father and I marry!
I am 21 and my Name is Alexa! I Love it. A lot of people don't get it though and sometimes call me "Alexis" or "Lexus". And I hate it! I'm ok with "Lxa", "Lexa" and "Lex".
my sisters name is alxa but for short we call her ale
Oh Alexa, what a beautiful name you be! i will always love you, beautiful Alexa! LOL my name is Alexa! :3
I named one of my twins Alexa Rose I liked the name Alexis but it was too popular and I didn't want her called Lexi I love her name and sometimes call her Lex or Lexa and she has gotten'to the point she will yell at anyone that calls her Lexi and she is only 4
My name is also Alexa! I get all the'same mispronunciations, Alexis mostly. But never understood why people just can't say 'Alexa,' its just odd to me!!! I think its a cool and unique name!!!
My name is Alexa and I love love love my name. Not many other people have it. But the bad thing about it is they tend to pronounce my name "Alexia" "Alex-UH" "lexis" "Alexis". But other than that I love It'so much. People always tell me how pretty and unique my name is. I have not yet met any other Alexa.
I dont meet many other Alexa's. Sometimes there are a few I'meet or hear about each year. It is always spelled correctly, except some people have spelled it "elexa"
I love my name Alexa! Its unique but most people know how to say it.I would never change it!
My name is alexa and im 20 now was born in 2005 and i like my name it goes with me well lol but the one thing that bugs me is when people say it wrong or spell it wrong i don't like Alexis or Alex and some people will spell it alexia ya so it gets annoying but its whatever its bot like the world will end when'they do that all you can really do is correct it when'they do it
my 21 month old daughter's name is Alexa and I love this name very much!!! Blond hair and blue eyes.
My name is alexa, and I like the name but I very often get alexis, or alexia...very annoying. I hate the nickname alex and lexi, but I don't mind lex
people always pronounce my name wrong!!! I always get called alexia or alex or something! Its so annoying! Just say it how its spelt
i would like to be called alexa but i am called holly
I named my daughter Alexa due to my obsession with the name of Alexandria but it being too long, and her paternal family who are Greek. We call her Lex/Lexi, but Ally and Alex are still on the board!
This is my name and I really like it - especially now that I am older. There aren't very many of us and it is different without being wierd.
My name is Alexa, and I absolutely love it! It's different, and uncommon, but still classic. I highly recommend it!!! :D
I named my daughter Alexa... she is 5 now and to this day I am still completely in love with her name. It is unique because not a lot of people have it, but it Isn't weird or odd either. I call her Lex or Lexa for short. She is called Lexi sometimes... I HATE it and I always correct people. If I wanted people to call her Lexi I would have named her Alexis. I often get people who spell it Alexia, which I don't understand. But other than that there Isn't much confusion. I think it is a beautiful name!
My daughters name is Alexa Lynn. My husband wanted Alex and i decided to put he A on the end. I told him we could call her Alex, but now that shes her we call her Lexa and Alexa Pie. I love her name. We put a lot of thought into her name so i hope she loves it as much as us. She is two months old. Blond hair and Blue eyes. Shes amazing.
When I was a little girl, I was the only Hannah I knew. But now that I am older, there are a bunch of little girls that have my name which makes me really angry because now everyone thinks Hannah is a common name. Despite its recent popularity, I still really like it!
People always call me Alex or Alexia. And one time I was even called ALECA pronounced UH-LEC-UH.
my daughters name is Alexa. she is 2 :) i love it so much
love it, want to name my baby Alexa but my boyfriend doesn't like it!
I really love my name. it has It's pros and cons though. many people mispronounce it even'thought it Isn't a difficult name. But when people learn my name a get great compliments on it!
My name is Alexa. I get commpliments on it. I just don't like when people can't get my name'straight. They'll call me Alexis,Alex,Lexie. I sometimes just want to scream NO It's Alexa.
My daughter is Alexa. She was originally called Alexis when first born, but 23 years ago everyone thought it was after the Carringtons as Dynasty was popular, so it was quickly changed. Often it is thought that we have abbreviated it from Alexandra, and have to insist that it is not. She is called Lex by her family.
Funny, my 11 y/o daughter, Alexa, also has blonde hair and blue eyes. I love that her name is uncommon but not weird. I think it is beautiful.