Lexi
Meaning: Defender of the people
Origin: Greek (diminutive)
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #386
Total births: 148
History: Lexi surged in the 2010s as a standalone name in Australia. The nickname-as-name trend perfectly suits Australian informality. Lexi means getting straight to the point.
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Look at the data
Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2014) | #84 |
| Babies named Lexi in 2014 | 78 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 148 |
| Peak year | 2014 (78 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #84 |
| Years in records | 2013–2014 (2 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Lexi
What does the name Lexi mean?
Lexi means “Defender of the people” from Greek (diminutive) roots.
What is the origin of the name Lexi?
Lexi has Greek (diminutive) origin. The traditional meaning is “Defender of the people”.
How popular is Lexi in Australia?
Lexi ranked #84 in Australia in 2014 — given to 78 babies that year.
When was Lexi most popular?
Lexi peaked in 2014 with 78 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Lexi a boy or girl name?
Lexi is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Lexis in registered births are female.