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Lexy

Girl name · 12 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Lexy: 12 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 2010.

A sweet and modern diminutive, Lexy is typically a short form of Alexandra or Alexis, both rooted in the Greek *alexein*, meaning "to defend" or "to help," giving the name an underlying sense of strength and protection. While not widely recorded among historical icons, Lexy has been carried by contemporary figures such as German singer Lexy, known for electronic dance hits, and American dancer Lexy Panterra. No major place names derive directly from Lexy, but the root can be seen in the ancient city of Alexandria. This name is a popular variant of the more common spelling Lexi, and in Scotland it has been used as a lively, unisex-friendly choice since the late 20th century, often chosen for its fresh, approachable feel.

Girl 4 of 52 years

Peak year
20103 babies
Latest (2023)
#7493 babies
Total births
12since 2010
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2010 · 3
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).