Defender of mankind
Lexia is a shortened form of Alexia, which is the feminine version of Alexis. It ultimately derives from the Greek verb 'alexein', meaning to defend or help. While rare on its own, it offers a modern, streamlined alternative to the more common Alexandra or Alexis.
Less common today
Lexia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,601 in 2002.
American rapper and songwriter
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).