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Lexington
UnisexMeaning of Lexington: English: 'town of the scholar's town'
Lexington is a unisex name most strongly associated with English naming. It has 9 letters and 3 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 4399th most popular name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#4399
30 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
2,340
First recorded 1987 · peak 2018
Trend
falling
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
44% boys · 56% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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