Alexa

Meaning of Alexa

This name means 'defender of mankind'. It suggests someone who is strong and protective.

Alexa has Greek roots — browse every Greek baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Alexa

After ranking as high as #32 in 2015, Alexa has fallen out of the US top 1,000 as of 2025.

Notable people named Alexa

• Alexa Vega
  Actress, Spy Kids star
• Alexa Ray Joel
  Singer-songwriter, daughter of Billy Joel
• Alexa PenaVega
  Actress, formerly Alexa Vega
• Alexa Chung
  Model, TV presenter
• Alexa Grasso
  UFC fighter, strawweight champion

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Questions about the name Alexa

What does the name Alexa mean?

Alexa means this name means 'defender of mankind'. it suggests someone who is strong and protective, and it comes from Greek origins.

Is Alexa a boy's or a girl's name?

Alexa is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Alexa?

Alexa did not appear in the top 1,000 baby names in 2025, which makes it a genuinely uncommon pick.

When was Alexa most popular?

Alexa peaked at #32 in 2015.