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Lexie

Girl name · 682 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Lexie: 682 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 76 births in 2010.

Lexie originated as a Scottish and English diminutive of Alexandra or Alexis, from the Greek *alexein* meaning "to defend," so it carries the sense of a helper or protector. Notable bearers include Lexie Brown, the American professional basketball player, and Dr. Lexie Grey, the beloved character from the television series *Grey’s Anatomy*. The name shares its ancient root with the city of Alexandria in Egypt, though there is no modern place named directly for a Lexie. In Scotland, Lexie has been a popular standalone given name since the 1970s, prized for its friendly, approachable feel and often chosen as a modern alternative to the longer classics.