US Popularity Rank: 7285

Origin: Greek

Meaning: Man's defender or warrior

While the name Alexei may have Greek and Russian roots, it been given a new lease of life among American caregivers in recent years. Meaning “humankind’s defender or warrior,” this name puts a charming spin on the popular name Alexander. If you want baby to grow into a resilient and fearless individual, we think that giving him a name like Alexei would be an excellent place to start!