Find out how popular the first name Lexington has been for the last 37 years (from 1987 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Lexington by gender

Based on the last 37 years of data, Lexington is more commonly used as a female name, with approximately 57% of people named Lexington being female.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 40 male babies and 35 female babies born with the name Lexington.

It's also interesting to see that despite Lexington being historically a mostly female name, the most recent data from 2023 shows a shift in the trend, with more male babies being named Lexington.

The history of the first name Lexington

The given name Lexington is of English origin, derived from the town of Lexington in Massachusetts, United States. The town itself was named after Lord Lexington, an English peer whose title traced back to the village of Laxington in Nottinghamshire, England. The root of the name is believed to be from the Old English words "leac" meaning "lake" or "stream" and "tun" meaning "town" or "settlement."

The name Lexington first gained widespread recognition after the Battle of Lexington on April 19, 1775, which marked the beginning of the American Revolutionary War. This historic event brought the town of Lexington into the public consciousness, and the name gradually started being used as a given name, particularly in the United States.

One of the earliest recorded examples of Lexington as a given name is Lexington Willard, born in 1807 in Massachusetts. He was named after the town to commemorate the Battle of Lexington. Another notable individual with this name was Lexington E. Moody (1824-1904), a prominent banker and businessman from Massachusetts.

In the 19th century, a few notable figures bore the name Lexington. These include Lexington C. Dunbar (1824-1863), a Union Army officer during the American Civil War, and Lexington W. Stephens (1838-1920), a Confederate Army officer from Georgia.

In the 20th century, the name Lexington saw more widespread use, albeit still relatively rare. One of the most famous individuals with this name was Lexington Steele (born Walter Roberts III in 1969), an American adult film actor and director. Another notable person was Lexington H. Smith (1920-1994), a prominent American architect known for his work in the state of Texas.

Other historical figures with the name Lexington include Lexington R. Lomax (1835-1892), a lawyer and politician from Alabama, and Lexington L. Callaway (1877-1952), a businessman and philanthropist from Georgia.

While the name Lexington is not among the most common given names, it has a rich historical connection to the American Revolutionary War and the town that played a pivotal role in the nation's founding. Its unique origin and meaning have made it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with historical significance.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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