Alexina

Alexina is a feminine diminutive form of the Greek-rooted name Alexander, itself derived from the elements alexein, meaning to defend, and aner, meaning man, giving the overall sense of defender of men. The suffix -ina was applied in Scottish and English usage to create a gentler, feminine variant, and the name enjoyed particular popularity in Scotland during the nineteenth century. Related forms include Alexandra, Alexandrina, and Alexina's shorter pet form Lexi.