Alix
Alix is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Noble, noble type.
Origin and history
Alix is a French feminine name derived from Alice or Adelheid. Historically associated with medieval nobility, it offers a chic and modern alternative to Alice in the United States. While relatively uncommon, it maintains steady, niche usage among parents seeking a short, distinctive choice.
Popularity in the United States
3,584 babies in the United States have been named Alix since 1880. It ranks #2948 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1947.
States where it is most popular
- CA (33.8 %)
- NY (14.8 %)
- TX (14.1 %)
- IL (4.9 %)
- OH (4.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 34 |
| 1940-1950 | 175 |
| 1950-1960 | 160 |
| 1960-1970 | 128 |
| 1970-1980 | 173 |
| 1980-1990 | 613 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,235 |
| 2000-2010 | 591 |
| 2010-2019 | 321 |
| 2020-2029 | 154 |
Famous people named Alix
- Alix Earle: influencer, media personality
- Alix Klineman: athlete
Fun facts
- Alix was a common name among French and European royalty during the Middle Ages, including several countesses and princesses.
- The name developed as an early French medieval variant of the Old French name Aalis, which traces back to Adelheid.