Holding steady.
Popularity of Alexina since 1882
Babies named Alexina per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1915, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Alexina's real moment was 1882.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 15 |
| 1890s | 51 |
| 1900s | 27 |
| 1910s | 58 |
| 1920s | 33 |
| 1930s | 6 |
| 1940s | 18 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 7 |
| 1990s | 53 |
| 2000s | 49 |
| 2010s | 20 |
| 2020s | 7 |
Meaning & origin
Alexina is a rare feminine form of Alexander, first recorded in the United States in 1882, which was also its peak year of use. Since then, the name has never charted in the top 1000, indicating it has always been uncommon. The name belongs to the stable trajectory group, meaning its usage has not seen dramatic spikes or declines. Despite its obscurity, Alexina carries the strong meaning of 'defender' and offers familiar nickname options like Lexi or Alix. While no top states are associated with it, its historical roots tie it to the diminutive-making conventions of the 19th century.
Alexina is a feminine diminutive of Alexander, derived from the Greek name Alexandros, meaning 'defender of men' (from alexein 'to defend' and aner 'man'). It emerged in the 19th century, likely as a variant of Alexandra or a feminine form of Alexius. The name has seen occasional use in English-speaking countries, particularly in Scotland and France, but has never been common.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Alex, Lexi, Alix, Xina
Sibling names for Alexina
Names that share Alexina's style, for a brother or sister.
