Lexi

Lexi is a diminutive of Alexis, Alexandra, or Alexia — all ultimately from Ancient Greek Alexandros meaning "defender of men," composed of alexein meaning "to defend" and aner meaning "man." As a nickname, Lexi takes all that protective strength and makes it breezy and modern, a name that is confident without trying, warm without effort.

Lexi holds the #88 spot among US pet names, with over 1,120 companions sharing it. The name has a contemporary freshness that keeps it consistently popular. Lexi tends to suit companions who are lively and engaging, those who seem to treat every encounter as an opportunity for connection and who have a natural ease with people that makes them instantly appealing to strangers. It is a name that sounds cheerful in any context and always gives the impression that something good is about to happen.