Alexis

The masculine name Alexis (Aléxis) is originally a short form of the Greek name Alexander, which translates to "the defender of men." Nowadays, however, the name is regarded as a gender-neutral independent short form of names that begin with "Alex-".

What does the name Alexis mean?

The masculine name Alexis (Aléxis) is originally a short form of the Greek name Alexander, which translates to "the defender of men." Nowadays, however, the name is regarded as a gender-neutral independent short form of names that begin with "Alex-". In this context, the common meanings are "the protector" and "the defender." The origin of the first name lies in the Ancient Greek language, derived from the word component aléxein (ἀλέξειν) meaning "to ward off," "to defend," and "to protect" or from aléxō (ἀλέξω) meaning "to keep away," "to turn aside," "to guard," "to protect," and "to defend" or ultimately also from Álexis (Ἄλεξις) meaning "the help" and "the defense." Alexis was the name of several saints venerated by the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches, including Saint Alexis of Rome and a Russian Tsar, Tsar Alexei Mikhailovich of Russia. The name became well-known through the novel "Alexis Sorbas" (1946) by Nikos Kazantzakis and the film of the same name. In general Spanish usage, the name means "defensive." In German-speaking countries, the name has only been present since the 1980s. In contrast, it is increasingly given as a girl's name in the English-speaking world. Other forms include Alexius, Alexios, Aleksi, Alejo, and Alessio. Further variants include Aleksej, Alexsej, Alexey, Alexej, Alexei, Aleix, Aleksei, and Aleksey.

Where does the name Alexis come from?

The etymology of Alexis is a female and male first name of Ancient Greek origin meaning "the protector" or "the defender." Ancient Greek

How do you pronounce Alexis?

Sound & pronunciation of Alexis: The name Alexis is three to four syllables and distinctly structured. In German pronunciation, it is usually pronounced as "A-lex-is" [aˈlɛksɪs], starting with an open A that conveys clarity. The consonant cluster "-ks-" places a clear accent, while the soft S at the end keeps the sound slightly open. This makes Alexis dynamic and modern - concise, self-assured, and sonically present.

When is the name day of Alexis?

The name day of Alexis is July 17.

Popularity

Alexis is a very popular first name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 1,418th in the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2014 at 451st. In the last ten years, Alexis has been given as a first name about 480 times, placing it 877th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 796th.

Nicknames & pet names

Aal / Ale / Alex / Alexy / Allie / Ally / Lex / Lexa / Lexi / Lexie / Lis

Famous people

• Alexis (German singer, entertainer)
• Alexis "Quackity" (Mexican YouTuber and streamer)
• Alexis Agrafiotis (Greek composer and conductor)
• Alexis Alejandro Sánchez (football player)
• Alexis Alvanos (* 1980, Greek handball player)
• Alexis Amore (* 1978, Peruvian pornographic actress and erotic model)
• Alexis Argüello (was a Nicaraguan boxer)
• Alexis Arquette (born male, now an American singer and actress)
• Alexis Babini (musician from the USA)
• Alexis Bledel (actress)
• Alexis Carrel (French surgeon and Nobel laureate)
• Alexis Claude Clairaut (French mathematician and physicist)
• Alexis Cole (jazz musician from the USA)
• Alexis Comicus (Greek comic playwright)
• Alexis Contant (American composer)
• Alexis Cruz (American actor)
• Alexis de Tocqueville (French publicist, politician, and historian)
• Alexis Denisof (American actor)
• Alexis Dziena (American film and television actress)
• Alexis Fire (American actress)