Lexington

Masculine

Meaning

A town name meaning 'settlement of Leaxa's people' or derived from Old English elements meaning 'leek settlement.'

Etymology

Lexington originated as a place name in England, composed of a personal name or plant name combined with the Old English suffix '-ton' (settlement or town). The name gained prominence through Lexington, Massachusetts, site of early American Revolutionary War battles.

About the Name Lexington

Lexington is primarily used as a given name derived from the famous place name in Massachusetts. It carries associations with American history and independence.