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Derived from the Greek word meaning defender or helper, Alexey signifies a person who is a natural protector of their community. This name suggests a personality that is both courageous and deeply empathetic, embodying a guardian spirit that looks out for others with kindness and strength.
Key Stats
| Total births | 615 |
| Gender | Male (13% / 87%) |
| Peak year | 2006 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 1993 |
| Most recent | 2009 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | Russian, Greek |
| Comeback name | No |
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Notable People
Alexey Pajitnov (Software Engineer, Tetris) · Alexey Leonov (Cosmonaut, first human to conduct a spacewalk) · Alexey Navalny (Political Activist, opposition leader) · Alexey Miller (Business Executive, CEO of Gazprom) · Alexey Yagudin (Figure Skater, Olympic Gold Medalist)
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