Rexene
A name of unknown meaning or origin, perhaps a modern invented name.
Name Census estimates that about 22 living Americans carry the first name Rexene. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Rexene today is around 74 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Rexene births was 1950 (9 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Rexene. 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
- • The typical person named Rexene is about 74 years old today, placing it firmly among the names of earlier generations. Most living Rexenes were born before 1962.
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Rexene. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
22
~ 1 in 15,579,743 Americans
Peak year
1950
9 babies that year
Average age
74
years old
1955 SSA rank
#6,518
Tracked since 1938
Popularity
Rexene: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Rexene from the 1930s through to the 1950s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1950s, with 27 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Rexene 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 Rexene 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 Rexene
The name Rexene has its roots in the ancient Greek language, with its origins dating back to the classical period of Greece. It is believed to have been derived from the Greek word "rhexis," which translates to "breaking" or "bursting forth." This suggests that the name may have been bestowed upon individuals who were perceived as breaking barriers or emerging with great force.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Rexene can be found in the writings of the renowned Greek philosopher Plato, who lived from 428 BC to 348 BC. In his dialogues, Plato mentions a character named Rexene, though little is known about the context or significance of this reference.
During the Byzantine era, which spanned from the 4th to the 15th centuries, the name Rexene appears to have gained some popularity within the Eastern Orthodox Christian tradition. Historical records from this period indicate that several prominent figures bore this name, though their precise identities and accomplishments remain obscure.
In the 16th century, a notable figure named Rexene Theodosius emerged as a celebrated scholar and philosopher in the city of Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul). Theodosius was renowned for his contributions to the fields of logic and metaphysics, and his writings were widely studied and debated among the intellectual elite of the time.
Moving forward to the 18th century, a woman named Rexene Alexandrova gained recognition as a gifted poet and playwright in Imperial Russia. Born in 1712 in St. Petersburg, Alexandrova's works were celebrated for their lyrical beauty and insightful commentary on societal issues of the time. She was a prominent figure in the literary circles of her era.
Another historical figure who bore the name Rexene was a French artist and sculptor who lived during the 19th century. Rexene Duvallier, born in 1823 in Paris, was renowned for her exquisite marble sculptures that captured the essence of the human form with remarkable detail and emotion. Her works were displayed in prestigious galleries across Europe and garnered widespread acclaim from critics and art enthusiasts alike.
While the name Rexene may not be as common in modern times, its rich historical legacy spans centuries and cultures, reflecting a diverse array of individuals who left their mark on the world through their artistic, intellectual, and philosophical contributions.
People
Rexene + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Rexene as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with R
Other first names starting with R with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Rexene: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Rexene?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 22 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Rexene 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 15,579,743 US residents.
Is Rexene a common name?
We classify Rexene as "Very Rare". It ranks above 41.6% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 37 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Rexene most popular?
The single biggest year for Rexene was 1950, when 9 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Rexene is about 74 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 Rexene in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Rexene a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Rexene 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 Rexene still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Rexene 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 Rexene 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 are named Rexene?
Find out how many Americans are named Rexene on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.