Alexandra
girl name#237 in 2025Alexandra entered the US charts in 1894, peaked at #26 in 1995, ranks #237 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1894–2025
#237
rank today
#26
peak (1995)
1,314
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1344 |
| 1900s | #1431 |
| 1910s | #1163 |
| 1920s | #1299 |
| 1930s | #1152 |
| 1940s | #735 |
| 1950s | #745 |
| 1960s | #573 |
| 1970s | #332 |
| 1980s | #126 |
| 1990s | #30 |
| 2000s | #44 |
| 2010s | #98 |
| 2020s | #193 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Alexandra has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 240,000 people named Alexandra are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Alexandra alive today was born around 1997, making them about 28 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Alexandra in 2025?
- Alexandra ranks #237 among US girl names in 2025, with 1,314 babies given the name.
- When was the name Alexandra most popular?
- Alexandra peaked in 1995, reaching #26 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Alexandra with classmates?
- Alexandra will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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