Elexys
Meaning "the protector" and derived from Greek elements.
Name Census estimates that about 57 living Americans carry the first name Elexys. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Elexys today is around 22 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Elexys births was 2003 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Elexys. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Elexys. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
57
~ 1 in 6,013,234 Americans
Peak year
2003
8 babies that year
Average age
22
years old
2013 SSA rank
#15,167
Tracked since 1996
Popularity
Elexys: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Elexys from the 1990s through to the 2010s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 36 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2000s peak, Elexys remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Elexys by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Elexys during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Elexys
The name Elexys is a unique and intriguing moniker with a rich history that spans across multiple cultures and time periods. Its origins can be traced back to ancient Greece, where it is believed to have derived from the Greek word "alexo," meaning "to defend" or "to protect." This connotation suggests that the name may have been bestowed upon individuals who were revered for their bravery and prowess in battle or those who were entrusted with safeguarding their communities.
During the Byzantine era, the name Elexys gained popularity among the elite classes, particularly within royal and aristocratic circles. Records from this period indicate that several notable figures bore this name, including Elexys Komnenos, a prominent military general who played a pivotal role in the defense of Constantinople during the Fourth Crusade in the early 13th century.
As the name spread across the Mediterranean region, it underwent various linguistic adaptations and transformations. In Italy, for instance, the name Elexys evolved into the form "Alessio," which was particularly common during the Renaissance period. One of the most renowned individuals bearing this name was Alessio Baldovinetti, a renowned Italian painter and contemporary of the illustrious Sandro Botticelli, who lived from 1425 to 1499.
The name Elexys also found its way into the annals of Russian history, where it was rendered as "Aleksey." Perhaps the most notable figure with this name was Aleksey Mikhailovich, who reigned as Tsar of Russia from 1645 to 1676. His reign was marked by significant territorial expansions and the establishment of a powerful centralized state.
In the realm of literature, the name Elexys has graced the pages of various works, including the epic poem "The Iliad" by Homer. In this ancient Greek text, the character Elexys is described as a skilled archer and a valiant warrior who fought alongside the great heroes of the Trojan War.
Throughout the centuries, the name Elexys has been carried by individuals from diverse backgrounds and walks of life. Among them was Elexys Sintonen, a renowned Finnish composer and conductor who lived from 1876 to 1937, and Elexys Trubetskoy, a prominent Russian artist and sculptor active in the early 20th century.
While the name Elexys may not be as common in modern times, its rich tapestry of history and its connection to various cultures and eras make it a truly captivating moniker that continues to intrigue and inspire those who encounter it.
People
Elexys + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Elexys as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with E
Other first names starting with E with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Elexys: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Elexys?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 57 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Elexys going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 6,013,234 US residents.
Is Elexys a common name?
We classify Elexys as "Very Rare". It ranks above 56.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 58 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Elexys most popular?
The single biggest year for Elexys was 2003, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Elexys is about 22 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Elexys in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Elexys a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Elexys in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Elexys still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Elexys in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Elexys can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Elexys as a first name?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.