Aleksei
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Aleksei is a boy name of Russian origin meaning "one who defends or protects others".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
Russian
Religion
Christian
Popularity
50 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
7 letters
Meaning
one who defends or protects others
Etymology
Derived from the Greek name Alexios, meaning 'defender', transmitted through Church Slavonic into Russian as Aleksei.
Famous People Named Aleksei
- Aleksei Antonov — Soviet general (1896-1962)
- Aleksei Gastev — Russian trade unionist (1882-1939)
- Aleksei Severtsov — Russian paleontologist and zoologist (1866-1936)
- Aleksei Müürisepp — Estonian Soviet politician (1902–1970)
Frequently Asked Questions About Aleksei
What does the name Aleksei mean?
Aleksei means "one who defends or protects others", and is of Russian origin.
What is the origin of the name Aleksei?
Aleksei originates from Russian, commonly used in Eastern Europe.
Is Aleksei a boy or girl name?
Aleksei is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Aleksei associated with?
Aleksei is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Aleksei?
Yes — notable people named Aleksei include Aleksei Antonov (Soviet general, 1896-1962), Aleksei Gastev (Russian trade unionist, 1882-1939), Aleksei Severtsov (Russian paleontologist and zoologist, 1866-1936) and Aleksei Müürisepp (Estonian Soviet politician, 1902–1970).
Last updated: June 2026