Elexis
Elexis is a girl's name of Greek origin.
Meaning
Defender or helper.
Origin and history
Elexis is a modern spelling variant of Alexis, which derives from the Greek root meaning defender or helper. The name gained some visibility in the United States during the late 1990s and early 2000s alongside the popularity of Alexis. It remains a uncommon alternative choice for parents seeking a unique spelling.
Popularity in the United States
2,825 babies in the United States have been named Elexis since 1880. It ranks #3337 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2066.
States where it is most popular
- TX (21.8 %)
- CA (21.1 %)
- FL (8.3 %)
- MI (6.3 %)
- IL (6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 27 |
| 1980-1990 | 212 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,204 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,056 |
| 2010-2019 | 291 |
| 2020-2029 | 35 |
Nicknames
Lexi, Lex, Lexie
Fun facts
- Elexis emerged in the late 20th century as an creative phonetic variation of the classic Greek name Alexis.