How Many People Are Named Alexys?

Complete statistics for the name Alexys: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Alexys
Very Rare
Greek

Alexys is a very rare name, with only 4,484 people using it in the US today, which makes it 1 in 73,589 Americans. It peaked in 2001 with 298 births, and most people named Alexys are young, under 30.

~4,484
Living in US
1 in 73,589
Americans
2001
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Defender of the people
🌐
Origin
Greek
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Confident Independent Adaptable Spirited
5
Life Path Number

The number 5 is all about freedom, adventure, and change. People with this life path tend to be curious, versatile, and drawn to new experiences, thriving when they have the flexibility to explore life on their own terms.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

4,538
Worldwide Bearers
#219,955
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
4,484
🇫🇷 France
11
🇵🇭 Philippines
9
🇦🇷 Argentina
8
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
4
🇨🇺 Cuba
2
🇧🇪 Belgium
2
🇪🇸 Spain
2
🇷🇴 Romania
2
🇰🇪 Kenya
1

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
372 (8%)
♀ Female
4,113 (92%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 24
3,747
Would be under 30 (83%)
792
Would be 30–60 (17%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 4,539 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2001

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
95
Classic Feel
26
Modern Appeal
84
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Alexys Through the Generations

The name Alexys has a unique story, with just 4,539 total births across all time but 4,484 people still living today, making it a truly rare name. Its peak in 2001 saw 298 births, highlighting a brief surge in popularity. The majority, 83%, are under 30, indicating it's a modern, newer-generation name. This contrasts sharply with the small number of people over 60, showing a declining trend. The gap between all-time births and current living individuals is significant, underscoring its rarity.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

California 528
Texas 368
Florida 206
Michigan 153
Ohio 153
Illinois 114
Pennsylvania 110
New York 90
Indiana 84
Arizona 83

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Alexys's Greek roots

📄 About the Name Alexys

How Many People Have the Name Alexys?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 4,484 people in the United States currently share the name Alexys. That works out to roughly 1 in every 73,589 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Alexys a Common or Rare Name?

Alexys is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Alexys Mean?

Alexys means "Defender of the people" and comes from Greek origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Alexys in SSA data, approximately 8% are male and 92% are female.

When Was Alexys Most Popular?

The name Alexys reached peak popularity in 2001, with 298 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Alexys?

Approximately 4,484 people named Alexys live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 4,539. That works out to roughly 1 in 73,589 Americans.

Is Alexys a rare name?

Alexys is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 73,589 Americans has this name.

What does the name Alexys mean?

Alexys means "Defender of the people" and comes from Greek origins.

Is Alexys more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 8% of people named Alexys are male and 92% are female.

When was Alexys most popular?

Alexys peaked in 2001 with 298 births that year. Current trend: Declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US4,484
All-Time Births4,539
1 in X1 in 73,589
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age24
Peak Year2001
World Rank#219,955
Male %8%
Female %92%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.