Alexius is a historic and distinguished given name, derived from the Greek 'Alexios', which means 'defender' or 'helper'. It was popular among early Christian martyrs and saints, contributing to its enduring reputation throughout Europe during medieval times. Notably, Alexius was the name of several Byzantine emperors, including Alexius I Comnenus who founded the Comnenian dynasty in 1081. Today, Alexius remains a unique choice for parents seeking a classic yet distinctive name for their child.
The name Alexius experienced significant popularity with a steady increase from the late 1980s to its peak in the mid-1990s. The most notable years were 1993 with 56 births and 1994 with 79, indicating that around this time, Alexius was quite trendy. However, since then, its popularity has consistently declined, reaching an all-time low of just 5 births in 2016. Overall, there have been 1515 babies named Alexius from 1978 to 2017.