Lex

Lex is a one-syllable dog name, making it short and snappy. Lex isn't one of the most common names, so your dog will certainly stand out. If you love the name, you should pick it!

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Naming your dog Lex is certainly a thing, but it's one of the more niche choices out there according to our data.

Lex was, in the past month, the 299th most viewed dog name on PupNames.com.

As of December 2024, Lex is becoming ever more niche with new puppy owners. Our stats suggest that the name is less fashionable than it was at this time last year.

We've seen quite a lot of variation in rank for this name, which may suggest seasonal factors or interest driven by pop culture events.

In the past week, Lex was viewed 59 times, and liked 3 times.

The map below shows Lex's popularity across the United States, according to PupNames data.

Lex is most adored in Texas, Virginia and Illinois.

By contrast, the name has been shown the least amount of interest in Oklahoma, Arizona and Delaware.

And this world map shows which countries have the greatest love for the name Lex.

Most popular breeds named Lex:

1. German Shepherd
2. Siberian Husky
3. Labrador Retriever
4. Golden Retriever
5. Dachshund

Lex is found in these categories:

tough

Lex sounds like flex, giving a strong, muscular vibe.

greek

Derived from Greek, meaning "word" or "law".

military

Derived from a heroic war dog honored for service in Iraq.

badass

Conveys strength and authority, reminiscent of powerful figures like Lex Luthor, and is short and easy to command.

nerdy

Superman's arch-nemesis, Lex Luthor, is a genius scientist and businessman.

superhero

Derived from Superman's nemesis, Lex Luthor, implying strength and intelligence.