—2024 rank (unisex)
1880peak year
0babies named Alexis since 1880
—5-year trend
Alexis popularity over 145 years
⚖️ Shared by both genders · roughly undefined% girls / NaN% boys in 2024
What does Alexis mean?
From Greek alexein, 'to defend, to help', a name borne by Byzantine emperors. It shifted from a European male name to a broad unisex favorite in 20th-century America.
OriginGreek
Syllables3
Genderunisex
Styleclassic, modern
Names like Alexis
Same era, same vibe — if you like Alexis, these usually land on the shortlist too.
Famous Alexiss
- Alexis Bledel, actress
Spellings & variants
AlexiusAlexia
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