Alexa

Alexa is a feminine given name originating as a short form of Alexandra, itself the feminine of Alexander, which derives from the ancient Greek name Alexandros, composed of the elements alexein, meaning to defend, and aner, meaning man. The name has been in use across English, German, and Hungarian traditions, often functioning as an independent given name rather than merely a nickname. It gained considerable modern prominence partly through its association with the Amazon voice assistant launched in 2014. Related forms include Alexandra, Alexia, and Alessia.