Alexis
Alexis is a boy's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Helper or defender.
Origin and history
Alexis is derived from the Greek word alexein, meaning 'helper' or 'defender'. Originally used predominantly as a masculine name in Greek and Eastern European cultures, it gained significant crossover usage for females in the United States while remaining a classic choice for boys. It maintains a steady presence in contemporary U.S. male birth records.
Popularity in the United States
68,075 babies in the United States have been named Alexis since 1880. It ranks #415 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #478.
States where it is most popular
- CA (28.9 %)
- TX (17.6 %)
- NY (7.9 %)
- IL (6.2 %)
- FL (4.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 11 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 5 |
| 1910-1920 | 126 |
| 1920-1930 | 139 |
| 1930-1940 | 94 |
| 1940-1950 | 146 |
| 1950-1960 | 331 |
| 1960-1970 | 953 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,006 |
| 1980-1990 | 5,042 |
| 1990-2000 | 16,262 |
| 2000-2010 | 28,029 |
| 2010-2019 | 11,139 |
| 2020-2029 | 3,787 |
Famous people named Alexis
- Alexis Sánchez: Professional Footballer
- Alexis Denisof: Actor
- Alexis Argüello: Professional Boxer
Nicknames
Alex, Lex
Fun facts
- The name stems from the ancient Greek verb 'alexein', which also forms the basis of Alexander.
- Saint Alexis, known as the 'Man of God', made the name prominent throughout medieval Europe.