Defender of mankind
Alexias is a feminine variant of Alexius, derived from the Greek word 'alexo' meaning to defend or help. While the masculine Alexius was common in the Byzantine Empire, Alexias remains a rare, sophisticated alternative to the more popular Alexis.
Less common today
Alexias isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,982 in 1996.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
A Greek sculptor mentioned in ancient records
