Holding steady, #7,194 for boys today.
Popularity of Aleksei since 1994
Babies named Aleksei per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 72 |
| 2000s | 175 |
| 2010s | 133 |
| 2020s | 75 |
Meaning & origin
Aleksei is the Russian form of Alexius, rooted in the Greek Alexios meaning "defender." It first appeared in U.S. records in 1994, a relatively recent addition compared to its deep Orthodox history. The name reached its peak popularity in 2001 and has since remained stable in usage, never breaking into the top ranks. Despite its low frequency, Aleksei carries strong cultural resonance, tied to Russian saints and nobility. Parents choosing this name often appreciate its classic Slavic sound and the familiar nickname Alyosha.
Aleksei is the Russian form of Alexius, derived from the Greek name Alexios (Αλέξιος), meaning "defender" or "helper." The name has been borne by several Russian tsars and saints, notably Saint Alexius of Rome and Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich of Russia. It remains a traditional name in Eastern Orthodox cultures.
“Aleksei” around the world
Where Aleksei lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Alyosha, Lyosha, Alyoshenka
Sibling names for Aleksei
Names that share Aleksei's style, for a brother or sister.
