Alexei name meaning

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Updated: May 30th, 2024
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Old Greek
Usage: Russian, Finnish, Swedish, Danish and Norwegian
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Alexei ah-lek-SAY
Meaning: The Defender
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What does Alexei mean?

Uncustomary Alexei dominantly is used in Finnish, Danish, Russian, Norwegian and Swedish is a gender-neutral name, meaning of Alexei is "The Defender" is rooted from Old Greek. Alexei is equivalent of Alexander in Russian language.

Also Alexei is equivalent of Alexis in Russian language.

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How do I pronounce Alexei?

The most common pronunciation of two syllabled Alexei is ah-lek-SAY. a-lexei is the different way(s) to pronounce the name.

Variants of Alexei

Alexios, Aljoscha, Alexander, Alexis, Alastair, Alister, Alek, Davidalexander, Alexanderjames, Aalexis, Alexie, Alessa, Alexzis, Alexisjade, Alyster, Alec, Alexius, David, Alexiel, Alexia, Alex

How popular is the name Alexei?

Alexei is a unique baby name in United States, it has been in use since 1961 and was able to reach the top 3000 names. In 2000, it ranked 2084th when 48 boys were named Alexei.

Over 1169 people have been named Alexei in United States. Alexei is an uncommon baby name in England and Wales, even after 23 years of presence it could not make beyond the top 2000.

Over 208 babies in England and Wales have been named Alexei. Also, it is among the top 2000 boy names in France. Over 175 babies in France have been named Alexei.

But Alexei is a popular baby name in Moldova where every 1 in 200 have the name as well as in Israel. According to our research, at least 30000 people have been bestowed Alexei around the globe.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
202334003400
2022280945135276
2021253951151655
202028814100
201926914700
201831673600
201731153700
201632923400
2015296239144636
201431523500
View more ▾View full list ▾[1] Source: Social Security Administration

Facts

Alexei in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands163905
Finland4844950
Sweden1022805
Norway384005
Denmark37000

What numerology tells about Alexei?

You need to open up and allow your closest ones to enter your real world. Once you distance yourself from everything you know inspiration will walk into your life again. Once a person spends time with you, they remember you forever because of the powerful impression you leave behind. Giving a second chance is like giving them another chance to shoot at you because you dodged the first bullet. You approach decisions and complex situations with a clear mind and never allow your emotions to decide for you.

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  •  Helena - Used largely in Arabic and Hawaiian durable and famous, Helena is of Old Greek origin mainly used for both boys and girls, Helena means "Torch or Shining"
  •  Sandye - Odd girl name Sandye is rooted from Old Greek, meaning of Sandye is "Feminine of Alexander and Protector of Man". Sandye is a resultant of Alexandra.
  •  Marilène is used largely in Swedish and Danish aimed at girls. Its origin is in Hebrew and Greek, Marilène means "Sea or Sun"
  •  Katrina - Desirable and Ever lasting unisex name Katrina means "Variant of Katherine Pure, Pure or Virginal" that of Old Greek origin is especially used in Gujarati and Oriya
  •  Ambroise - Origin of Ambroise is in Old Greek, meaning of Ambroise is "Immortal", used in French is a baby boy name

Sibling Names for Alexei

If you're looking for the perfect sibling name to complement the unique and strong name of Alexei, then look no further! We've curated a list of names that are sure to fit beautifully alongside Alexei, while also standing out on their own. From classic choices to modern favorites, here are some great options for your new little one's brother or sister.

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Famous people named Alexei

  • Alexei Panshin, and the 1990 Hugo Award-winning study of science fiction 'The World Beyond the Hill'
  • Alexei Shulgin, Russian born contemporary artist, musician
  • Alexei Razumovsky, Ukrainian-born Russian Registered Cossack
  • Alexei Stanchinsky, Russian composer
  • Alexei Mateevici, was one of the most prominent Romanian poets
  • Alexei Blinov, London-based electronic engineer and new media artist working out of Raylab
  • Alexei Seliverstov, Russian bobsledder who has competed since 1996
  • Alexei de Keyser, British television producer
  • Alexei Borisov, has made music since the underground movement ignited in Russia
  • Alexei Volodin, Russian pianist
  • Alexei Manziola, former Israeli swimmer
  • Alexei Khvostov, Russian politician
  • Alexei Harlamoff, Russian painter
  • Alexei Chizhov, Russian
  • Alexei Tammet-Romanov, name assumed by Ernest Veermann
  • Alexei Korzukhin, Russian genre painter
  • Alexei Trupp, Head Footman
  • Alexei Komech, Russian preservationist
  • Alexei Cherchnev, Russian judoka
  • Alexei Parshchikov, Russian poet, critic, and translator
  • Alexei Haieff, American composer of orchestral and choral works
  • Alexei Alexeyevich Abrikosov, Soviet
  • Alexei Fedchenko, Russian naturalist and explorer well
  • Alexei Ivanovich Abrikosov, Russian/Soviet pathologist and a member of the Soviet Academy of Sciences and the Soviet Academy of Medical Sciences
  • Alexei Yuryevich Smirnov, neutrino physics researcher and one of the discoverers of the MSW Effect
  • Alexei Petrovich, Tsarevich of Russia, Russian Tsarevich
  • Alexei Nikolaevich, Tsarevich of Russia, Tsesarevich and heir apparent to the throne of the Russian Empire
  • Alexei Sayle, central figure in the alternative comedy movement
  • Alexei Yashin, Russian former professional ice hockey centre
  • Alexei Shirov, Latvian and Spanish chess grandmaster
  • Alexei Tupolev, Soviet aircraft designer
  • Alexei Nemov, former artistic gymnast
  • Alexei Yagudin, Russian former competitive figure skater
  • Alexei Kosygin, Soviet-Russian statesman during the Cold War
  • Alexei Kovalev, Russian professional ice hockey executive and former player
  • Alexei Lvov, Russian composer
  • Alexei Grigoryevich Orlov, Russian soldier and statesman
  • Alexei Mordashov, Russian billionaire businessman
  • Alexei Urmanov, Russian figure skating coach and former competitor
  • Alexei Kasatonov, New Jersey DevilsMighty Ducks of AnaheimSt
  • Alexei Savrasov, Russian landscape painter and creator of the 'lyrical landscape' style
  • Alexei Sultanov, Russian classical pianist of Uzbek origin
  • Alexei Semenov, Russia professional ice hockey defenceman
  • Alexei Mikhnov, Ukrainian professional ice hockey left wing currently playing with Avtomobilist Yekaterinburg of the Kontinental Hockey League
  • Alexei Kudrin, Russian liberal politician serving as the 4th and current Chairman of the Accounts Chamber since 2018
  • Alexei Eremenko, Russian-born Finnish professional footballer
  • Alexei Vasiliev, Russian professional ice hockey defenseman
  • Alexei Zhamnov, Russian former professional ice hockey centre
  • Alexei Zhitnik, Ukrainian-Russian former professional ice hockey defenceman
  • Alexei Ponikarovsky, Ukrainian Canadian{{cite news
  • Alexei Mishin, Russian figure skating coach and former pair skater
  • Alexei Tikhonov, Russian pair skater
  • Alexei Gusarov, retired Russian ice hockey defenceman
  • Alexei Ulanov, retired pair skater

Sources

  1. Social Security Administration, https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/index.html
  2. Office for National Statistics, https://www.ons.gov.uk/peoplepopulationandcommunity/birthsdeathsandmarriages/livebirths
  3. Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques, https://www.insee.fr/fr/statistiques/2540004
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