Alexia
Meaning: Defender, protector
Origin: Greek (via Italian)
Gender: Girl
Rank in Italy: #310
Total births: 1,360
History: Modern feminine form of Alexis, from Greek 'alexein' meaning to defend. A contemporary name that gained popularity in Italy in the 2000s.
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| Current rank (2023) | #316 |
| Babies named Alexia in 2023 | 10 |
| Total recorded in Italy | 1,360 |
| Peak year | 1999 (170 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #181 |
| Years in records | 1999–2023 (19 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Alexia
What does the name Alexia mean?
Alexia means “Defender, protector” from Greek (via Italian) roots.
What is the origin of the name Alexia?
Alexia has Greek (via Italian) origin. The traditional meaning is “Defender, protector”.
How popular is Alexia in Italy?
Alexia ranked #316 in Italy in 2023 — given to 10 babies that year.
When was Alexia most popular?
Alexia peaked in 1999 with 170 babies registered that year in Italy.
Is Alexia a boy or girl name?
Alexia is predominantly a girls' name in Italy — over 90% of Alexias in registered births are female.
How long has Alexia been recorded in Italy?
Alexia appears in birth records in Italy across 19 years — from 1999 through 2023.