UK boy's name
Lexx
A masculine name with unknown origin, perhaps invented.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2010. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Lexx is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Lexx popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2010 in this profile. In that release it ranked #4678, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2001, with 4 births.
This profile covers 14 England and Wales registrations across 4 recorded years from 2001 to 2010. 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 75% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 14 living people in the UK are called Lexx. 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 2011 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Lexx ranked #4678 for boys in England and Wales in 2010, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2001, when 4 boys were registered as Lexx.
- • About 14 living people in the UK are estimated to have Lexx as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#4678
2010
Births in 2010
3
Latest year
Peak year
2001
4 births
Estimated living
14
2026
Meaning
What does Lexx mean?
The name Lexx is believed to have its origins in the ancient Germanic languages, where it was derived from a root word meaning "leader" or "ruler." This name first gained prominence during the early medieval period in various Germanic tribes and kingdoms across central and northern Europe.
In the 6th century, a notable figure named Lexx was recorded as a chieftain of the Saxons, a powerful Germanic tribe that played a significant role in the establishment of Anglo-Saxon England. His name was documented in the annals of that time, reflecting the importance and influence of individuals bearing this moniker.
As the centuries progressed, the name Lexx made occasional appearances in various historical records and chronicles. One such instance was in the 9th century, when a Frankish nobleman named Lexx was mentioned as a trusted advisor to the Carolingian king, Louis the Pious.
In the 12th century, a renowned scholar and philosopher named Lexx of Chartres gained recognition for his contributions to the intellectual and theological discourse of the time. His writings and teachings on logic and metaphysics were highly influential within the scholastic tradition of medieval Europe.
During the Renaissance period, a notable figure bearing the name Lexx was an Italian artist and architect named Lexx Alberti. Born in 1404, he was celebrated for his innovative architectural designs and his theoretical treatises on the principles of art and architecture, which had a lasting impact on the development of Renaissance art and design.
In more recent history, Lexx Luthor, an American businessman and philanthropist born in 1919, made significant contributions to the fields of technology and education. He founded the Luthor Institute of Technology, a prestigious educational institution known for its cutting-edge research and academic excellence.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who carried the name Lexx, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human achievement and cultural heritage.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Lexx over time
The chart below shows babies named Lexx registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2001 to 2010. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Lexx, the clearest high point is 2001. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2010, compared with 4 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Lexx by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Lexx 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | #4678 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000s | #3007 | 11 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Lexx
- Luke 72,247
- Lewis 69,555
- Leo 63,249
- Liam 60,482
- Lucas 49,061
- Logan 40,771
- Louis 35,898
- Luca 30,323
- Louie 24,242
- Leon 22,308
- Levi 9,931
- Lee 7,861
FAQ
Lexx: questions and answers
How popular is the name Lexx in the UK right now?
In 2010, Lexx was ranked #4678 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Lexx most popular?
The peak year on record was 2001, with 4 babies registered as Lexx in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Lexx?
A masculine name with unknown origin, perhaps invented.
How many people are called Lexx in the UK?
A total of 14 babies have been registered as Lexx across the 4 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.