Alexis
Alexis: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈlɛks.ɪs/
Meaning and origin of Alexis
- A male given name from Ancient Greek.
- A female given name from Ancient Greek, transferred from the male name and used since the 1940s.
Etymology
From French Alexis, from Latin Alexis, ultimately from Ancient Greek Ἄλεξις (Álexis, “helper, defender”).
How popular is Alexis?
Since 1880, 344,557 girls and 68,075 boys in the U.S. have been named Alexis (84% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3 in 1999. Its highest rank for boys was #103 in 2004. In 2025 it ranked #554 for girls, with 1,131 babies given the name.
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Alexis FAQ
What does the name Alexis mean?
A male given name from Ancient Greek. A female given name from Ancient Greek, transferred from the male name and used since the 1940s. From French Alexis, from Latin Alexis, ultimately from Ancient Greek Ἄλεξις (Álexis, “helper, defender”).
What is the origin of the name Alexis?
Alexis is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Alexis?
Since 1880, 344,557 girls and 68,075 boys in the U.S. have been named Alexis (84% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3 in 1999. Its highest rank for boys was #103 in 2004. In 2025 it ranked #554 for girls, with 1,131 babies given the name.
Is Alexis a boy or girl name?
Alexis is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (344,557 girls and 68,075 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.