Alexa
Meaning of Alexa
The name Alexa is a feminine given name of Greek origin, derived from the name Alexandra, which means "defender of mankind." Pronounced as uh-LEK-suh (/əˈlɛksə/), Alexa has been a popular choice for parents over the decades. It experienced significant popularity in the United States, particularly from the late 1990s through the mid-2010s. The name peaked in 2015 with 6,053 occurrences, ranking at number 32. However, its popularity has seen a decline in recent years, with 490 occurrences in 2023, placing it at rank 603. Variations of this name include Alexia and Alexandra. Despite its fluctuating popularity, Alexa remains a strong and elegant choice for a baby girl’s name. It also carries modern associations with technology due to Amazon's virtual assistant named Alexa, adding a contemporary twist to this classic name.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as uh-LEK-suh (/əˈlɛksə/)
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Notable People Named Alexa
| Alexis Cabrera, known as Alexa Bliss in WWE, is an American professional wrestler currently on maternity leave. |
| Alexa Paige Knierim, née Scimeca, is an accomplished American pair skater, known for her numerous championship titles and medals alongside her skating partner, Brandon Frazier. |
| Alexa Chung is a multi-talented British personality known for her work as a television presenter, model, writer, and fashion designer, with her own label ALEXACHUNG. |
| Alexa Ray Joel is an American singer, songwriter, and pianist, known for her EP Sketches (2006) and performances at charity events and New York City fashion events. |
| Alexa Irene Canady is a retired American pediatric neurosurgeon and the first black woman to achieve this distinction. |
| Alexa Ellesse PenaVega is a well-known American actress and singer, recognized for her roles in the Spy Kids films and the 2004 film Sleepover, as well as her portrayal of Ruby Gallagher in the ABC Family series Ruby & the Rockits. |
| Alexa Nikolas is a former American actress known for her role as Nicole Bristow on Zoey 101 and has appeared in various other television series, including The Walking Dead, and is the founder of the Eat Predators movement. |
| Alexa Davalos Dunas is an American actress known for her roles in Hollywood films and television series, including The Chronicles of Riddick, The Man in the High Castle, and FBI: Most Wanted. |
| Alexa Skye Swinton is an American actor, singer, and songwriter known for her roles in Emergence, Billions, And Just Like That..., and M. Night Shyamalan's Old. |
| Alexa Halko is a renowned parasport athlete from the United States, known for her success in T34 classification sprint and middle-distance events at the Paralympic Games, winning multiple medals for her country. |
| Alexa Curtis is an Australian singer, songwriter, and actress who gained recognition by winning The Voice Kids Australia in 2014 and representing Australia in the Junior Eurovision Song Contest in 2016. |
| German singer and songwriter Alexa Feser, also known as Alexa Phazer, gained recognition for her participation in Unser Song für Österreich. |
| Alexa Fairchild is a Belgian equestrian athlete and fashion designer who has competed in various prestigious events, including the European Youth Championships and the European Dressage Championships. |
| Alexa Cardona, an American-born Puerto Rican retired footballer and member of the Puerto Rico women's national team, is known for her career as a forward. |
| Alexa Allen is a Jamaican international football forward. |
