Aleksei

Meaning of Aleksei

Aleksei is a masculine name of Russian origin, ultimately derived from the Greek Alexios (“defender, helper”), and has been borne by notable figures such as Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich. Morphologically, the -ei ending follows standard transliteration from Cyrillic, reinforcing its authentic Slavic identity. Pronounced ah-LEK-say (/ɑ.ˈlɛks.ej/), the name combines classical gravitas with concise modernity. Analysis of U.S. birth records from 1994 through 2024 reveals a stable yet specialist following, with annual occurrences typically between 5 and 25 and rankings hovering in the mid-900s—most recently 17 births at rank 907 in 2024. Remarkably, Aleksei has defended its position in the 900s without dramatic surges, reflecting a measured but enduring presence in American naming trends.