Find out how popular the first name Alexious has been for the last 16 years (from 1984 to 1999) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Alexious by gender

Based on the last 16 years of data, Alexious is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1999, there were 7 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Alexious.

The history of the first name Alexious

The name Alexious is derived from the Greek name Alexios, which in turn comes from the Greek word "alexo" meaning "to defend" or "to help". This name has its origins in ancient Greece, dating back to at least the 3rd century BC.

The name Alexios was prominent among the Byzantine emperors, with several notable rulers bearing this name. One of the most famous was Alexios I Komnenos, who reigned as Byzantine Emperor from 1081 to 1118 AD. He is credited with helping to restore the strength of the Byzantine Empire during a period of decline.

In the Christian context, the name Alexious is associated with Saint Alexius, a 5th-century ascetic and Roman Catholic saint. According to legend, he lived a life of poverty and anonymity after abandoning his wealth and family on his wedding night.

The earliest recorded use of the name Alexious can be found in medieval European records, particularly in Eastern Europe and the Balkans, where the influence of the Byzantine Empire and Orthodox Christianity was strong. Notable historical figures who bore the name Alexious include:

1. Alexious Michailovitch, a Russian prince who ruled the Principality of Tver in the 14th century (born circa 1320, ruled from 1339 to 1368).
2. Alexious Sloutski, a Russian Orthodox metropolitan and author who lived in the 16th century (born around 1510, died in 1587).
3. Alexious Petrovitch Romanov, a Russian prince and uncle of Peter the Great, who served as a military commander and statesman in the late 17th century (born in 1639, died in 1718).
4. Alexious Razumovsky, a Ukrainian noble and diplomat who served as the last Hetman of the Cossack Hetmanate in the 18th century (born in 1709, ruled from 1744 to 1763).
5. Alexious Tolstoy, a Russian writer and playwright who lived in the 19th century and is best known for his historical novel "The Death of Ivan the Terrible" (born in 1817, died in 1875).

While the name Alexious has ancient roots and a rich history, its usage has become less common in modern times, particularly in Western cultures. However, it remains a recognizable name with deep historical and cultural significance in Eastern European and Orthodox Christian communities.

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