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Lex

Boy name · 29 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Lex: 29 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 5 births in 2005.

Lex is most commonly a shortened form of Alexander or Alexis, rooted in the Greek *Alexandros*, meaning “defender of men.” This strong, crisp name has been borne by Lex Barker, the American actor who played Tarzan and later became famous as Old Shatterhand in German Westerns, and by the iconic fictional villain Lex Luthor, Superman’s arch-nemesis. While there are no major places directly named Lex, the name shares its root with countless towns named Alexandria around the world, including Alexandria in West Dunbartonshire. In modern Scotland, Lex has gained popularity as a standalone name, often chosen for its sleek simplicity and neutral appeal—it works equally well for boys and girls, giving it a contemporary, unisex edge that parents love.