Originating from the Greek language, 'Alexandra', Alexa is a shorter form of it, meaning 'defender of humankind'. This popular moniker has been widely adopted across cultures and generations due to its simplicity and elegance. It's often associated with intelligence, courage, and grace.
"The name Alexa experienced a notable rise from 18 births in 1994 to peak at 28 births in 2004, before fluctuating between 5 and 14 births annually thereafter."