Alexey - Meaning, Origin, Popularity & Variations

Alexey

βš₯
ah-LEK-see'ah-LEK-see'3 syllables
πŸ‡·πŸ‡ΊRussian
Protective

MEANING

Defender

ORIGIN

Russian

ETYMOLOGY

Derived from the Greek name Alexios, which is from alexein meaning 'to defend'.

CULTURAL NOTES

In Russia, Alexey is a common name and has been borne by numerous historical figures.

HISTORICAL CONTEXT

The name Alexey has been used throughout Russian history, notably by Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich in the 17th century.

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