Lexie

♀ Girl

Pronounced LEK-see /ˈlɛk.si/High

Meaning: Defender of men; an English diminutive of Alexis, Alexa, or Alexandra, from Greek alexein (to defend) + aner (man)High

In 30 seconds: An English diminutive of Alexis, Alexa, or Alexandra meaning 'defender of men.' From a formal multi-syllable Greek classic to this breezy two-syllable form — Lexie stands confidently as its own given name.

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Origin HighGreek, English

MeaningDefender of men; an English diminutive of Alexis, Alexa, or Alexandra, from Greek alexein (to defend) + aner (man)

U.S. rank (2025)#1357 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births163 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2010

Total births (all-time)≈ 16,786

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Lexie is an English diminutive of Alexis, Alexa, or Alexandra, all from Greek alexein (to defend) and aner (man). The Lexie spelling emerged in the 20th century as an informal pet form that became a standalone name.

Lexie has been used as a standalone given name from the 1990s onward and ranked #1134 for girls in 2024.

Did you know? Lexie Grey is the name of a beloved character in Grey's Anatomy (2007–2012), played by Chyler Leigh — the character's warm, brilliant personality gave Lexie a devoted pop-culture association that boosted the spelling's visibility.

Overall data confidence 92%

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Variations

LexiLexyLexxie

Nicknames

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Famous Bearers

★Lexie Grey (fictional)
Character in Grey's Anatomy (seasons 3–8), played by Chyler Leigh. A surgical resident whose warm personality made her a fan favorite.

If you like Lexie…

Lexi— the most common spelling of the same nickname

Alexa— the parent name from which Lexie is often abbreviated

Alexia— four-syllable form sharing the same -lexia base

Roxy— breezy two-syllable -y ending nickname name in the same spirit

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Lexie mean?

Lexie means 'defender of men,' as an English diminutive of Alexa, Alexis, or Alexandra, from Greek alexein (to defend) and aner (man).

How do you pronounce Lexie?

It's said LEK-see — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Lexie a boy or girl name?

Lexie is used as a girls' name.

How popular is Lexie?

Lexie ranked #1134 for U.S. girls in 2024.