Declining since 1997, #6,838 for girls today.
Popularity of Lexus since 1990
Babies named Lexus per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 3,408 |
| 2000s | 2,373 |
| 2010s | 673 |
| 2020s | 120 |
Meaning & origin
Lexus entered the U.S. baby name charts in 1990, just one year after Toyota launched its luxury car line bearing the same name. The name quickly gained popularity, reaching its peak rank in 1996, and has been on a declining trajectory since 1997. As of the latest data from 2025, Lexus ranks 6,838th with a frequency of about 1 in 100,454 births. The name reflects a modern trend of adopting brand names for children, particularly those associated with status and quality. Its usage is overwhelmingly female.
Lexus first appeared as a given name in the United States in 1990, shortly after the Lexus luxury car brand was introduced by Toyota in 1989. The car name itself was invented, chosen for its lack of prior meaning and its sleek, memorable sound. As a baby name, Lexus follows a pattern of using brand names, particularly automotive ones. Its use peaked in 1996 and has since declined.
Where Lexus is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lexi, Lex
Variants: Lexus
Sibling names for Lexus
Names that share Lexus's style, for a brother or sister.
