UK boy's name
Aleksi
A masculine Finnish name derived from the Greek name Alexander, meaning "defender of men".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Aleksi is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Aleksi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4789, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2015, with 5 births.
This profile covers 24 England and Wales registrations across 6 recorded years from 1996 to 2021. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 24 living people in the UK are called Aleksi. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2022 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Aleksi ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales in 2021, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2015, when 5 boys were registered as Aleksi.
- • About 24 living people in the UK are estimated to have Aleksi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4789
2021
Births in 2021
3
Latest year
Peak year
2015
5 births
Estimated living
24
2026
Meaning
What does Aleksi mean?
The name Aleksi originates from the Greek language and culture, with its roots tracing back to ancient times. It is a variation of the name Alexandros or Alexander, which means "defender of men" or "protector of men." The name Aleksi gained prominence in Eastern Europe, particularly in Finland and Russia, where it has been widely used for centuries.
The earliest recorded examples of the name Aleksi can be found in medieval Russian and Finnish historical records, often associated with noble families and prominent figures. One of the earliest known individuals with this name was Aleksi Mikhailovich Saltykov, a Russian military leader and statesman who lived in the late 16th and early 17th centuries.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Aleksi. One of the most famous was Aleksi Remizov, a renowned Russian writer and artist who lived from 1877 to 1957. His literary works, including novels, short stories, and plays, explored the complexities of Russian culture and the human experience.
Another prominent figure was Aleksi Nikolayevich Tolstoy, a Russian writer and playwright born in 1883 and died in 1945. He is best known for his historical novels, such as "Peter the Great" and "The Road to Calvary," which depicted the lives of Russian nobles and the turbulent times of the Russian Empire.
In the world of sports, Aleksi Sanakallio, a Finnish ice hockey player born in 1988, has made a name for himself. He has represented Finland in numerous international tournaments and played for several professional teams in Europe.
The name Aleksi has also been associated with notable figures in the arts and sciences. Aleksi Lehtonen, a Finnish painter and graphic artist who lived from 1925 to 2004, is known for his innovative and expressive art style, often depicting landscapes and everyday scenes.
While the name Aleksi has its roots in ancient Greek and Eastern European cultures, it has gained popularity worldwide, transcending cultural and linguistic boundaries. Its enduring appeal lies in its strong historical significance and the remarkable individuals who have carried this name throughout the ages.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Aleksi over time
The chart below shows babies named Aleksi registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2021. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Aleksi, the clearest high point is 2015. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2021, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Aleksi by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Aleksi was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #4789 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010s | #3655 | 9 | 2 |
| 2000s | #2823 | 8 | 2 |
| 1990s | #2357 | 4 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Aleksi
- Alfie 86,546
- Alexander 85,525
- Adam 71,855
- Archie 59,965
- Arthur 43,586
- Aaron 36,366
- Alex 32,729
- Andrew 20,169
- Arlo 19,061
- Aidan 16,776
- Albie 16,017
- Albert 15,809
FAQ
Aleksi: questions and answers
How popular is the name Aleksi in the UK right now?
In 2021, Aleksi was ranked #4789 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Aleksi most popular?
The peak year on record was 2015, with 5 babies registered as Aleksi in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Aleksi?
A masculine Finnish name derived from the Greek name Alexander, meaning "defender of men".
How many people are called Aleksi in the UK?
A total of 24 babies have been registered as Aleksi across the 6 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.