What is the origin of the name Alexa?

Alexa is a name of Greek origin.

How popular is the name Alexa?

Alexa is currently ranked #806 in the United States and is falling in popularity.

How do you pronounce Alexa?

Alexa is pronounced uh-LEK-suh.

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Alexa

uh-LEK-suh

Popularity

#806

falling

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Greek

Total Births

131,588

Peak Year

#6,125 in 2006

First Recorded

1916

Style

Modern & Trendy, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Short form of Alexandra, meaning 'defending warrior' or 'helper of mankind' in Greek.

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Numerology

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Famous Namesakes

Alexa Chung
British writer, blogger, television personality.

Nicknames

Lexi Lexa Alex

Spelling Variations

Alexandra Alexia

Similar Names

Olivia Sophia Isabella Mia

Personality Traits

intelligentcharminghelpfuloutgoing

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