Alexis
Alexis is a Christian unisex name of Greek origin, meaning “Helper, defender”.
| Meaning | Helper, defender |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Greek |
| Written as | Ἄλεξις |
| Pronunciation | uh-LEK-sis |
| Tradition | Christian, Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, France, Greece, Russia |
Meaning and origin of Alexis
Alexis comes from the Greek alexis, 'helper' or 'defender', from alexein, 'to defend'. It was originally a male name, borne by a Greek comic poet and by Saint Alexius, a popular medieval saint. In France and Russia it is still mainly used for boys. In the United States it became a common girls' name from the 1980s, helped by the character Alexis Carrington in the series Dynasty.
Is Alexis a Christian name?
Saint Alexius of Rome, the 'man of God', made the name familiar to Christians in both East and West.
How popular is Alexis?
Used for girls in the United States and for boys in much of Europe.
Gifts with the name Alexis
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Spellings and variants of Alexis
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Alexis mean?
Alexis means 'Helper, defender'. It is of Greek origin.
Is Alexis a Christian name?
Saint Alexius of Rome, the 'man of God', made the name familiar to Christians in both East and West.
How do you pronounce Alexis?
Alexis is pronounced uh-LEK-sis.
Is Alexis a boy or girl name?
Alexis is used for both boys and girls.