Declining since 2007, #6,803 for boys today.
Popularity of Aleksey since 1995
Babies named Aleksey per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 38 |
| 2000s | 216 |
| 2010s | 229 |
| 2020s | 88 |
Meaning & origin
Aleksey, the Slavic form of Alexei, entered U.S. records in 1995 and peaked in 2006 at its highest rank before declining. In 2024, it ranked 6,803rd with a frequency of 1 in 142,340 births. Its trajectory has been falling since 2007, reflecting a gradual shift away from traditional Slavic names in English-speaking countries. While never breaking into the top ranks, it maintains a steady presence among families with Eastern European heritage.
Aleksey is a Slavic form of the Greek name Alexios, derived from 'alexein' meaning 'to defend' and 'aner' meaning 'man'. It has been a common name in Eastern Orthodox countries, associated with several saints and rulers.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Alyosha, Lyosha, Alyoshenka
Sibling names for Aleksey
Names that share Aleksey's style, for a brother or sister.
