Lex (surname)

Lex is a surname of multiple origins. It can be:

• Germanic: A shortened form of various Germanic personal names beginning with the element leud meaning "people" or "tribe." Examples include names like Leopold and Alexis.

• Latin: Derived from the Latin word lex, meaning "law." This origin could indicate an ancestor who was involved in the legal profession or associated with legal matters.

• Dutch: A shortened form of the name Alexander.

The surname Lex is found in various countries, particularly in Germany, the Netherlands, and the United States. Its frequency and distribution vary depending on the region and the specific etymological root.