Alexis Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationuh-LEX-is / /əˈlɛksɪs/Greek; French
Meaning
Greek: defender of mankind; French: protector
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Alexis has roots in the Greek name Alexandros, which means 'defender of men.' It gained popularity in France during the 19th century and has been used for both boys and girls. In modern times, Alexis is often associated with a sense of strength and protection.
Trend Summary
Alexis has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Alex
- Lex
International Variants
- Aleksis (Finnish)
- Aleksy (Polish)
- Alexis (Spanish)
- Alexis (French)
Famous people named Alexis
Alexis de Tocqueville was a French political thinker and historian known for his work 'Democracy in America.'.
Alexis Bledel is an American actress recognized for her role in the television series 'Gilmore Girls.'.
Alexis Ohanian is an American internet entrepreneur and co-founder of Reddit.
Alexis Sanchez is a Chilean professional footballer known for his time with clubs like FC Barcelona and Arsenal.
Fictional characters named Alexis
Alexis Carrington is a character from the television series 'Dynasty,' known for her role as a wealthy and powerful businesswoman.
Alexis Rose is a character from the television series 'Schitt's Creek,' portrayed as a socialite adjusting to a new lifestyle.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Alexis was first seen in the United States in 1882. Alexis has ranked as high as #176 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Illinois, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Alexis has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Alexis (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 142 | |
| CA | 125 | |
| NY | 32 | |
| AZ | 26 | |
| GA | 25 | |
| IL | 24 | |
| NC | 22 | |
| FL | 18 | |
| WA | 13 | |
| OK | 12 | |
| TN | 12 | |
| PA | 10 | |
| UT | 10 | |
| MA | 9 | |
| SC | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 6 |
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1895 | 5 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1911 | 8 |
| 1912 | 14 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 14 |
| 1915 | 14 |
| 1916 | 20 |
| 1917 | 19 |
| 1918 | 13 |
| 1919 | 18 |
| 1920 | 19 |
| 1921 | 19 |
| 1922 | 9 |
| 1923 | 17 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1925 | 18 |
| 1926 | 13 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 11 |
| 1930 | 8 |
| 1931 | 12 |
| 1932 | 11 |
| 1933 | 13 |
| 1934 | 11 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1937 | 12 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1939 | 13 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 16 |
| 1943 | 11 |
| 1944 | 23 |
| 1945 | 15 |
| 1946 | 16 |
| 1947 | 16 |
| 1948 | 14 |
| 1949 | 21 |
| 1950 | 18 |
| 1951 | 20 |
| 1952 | 28 |
| 1953 | 27 |
| 1954 | 33 |
| 1955 | 30 |
| 1956 | 45 |
| 1957 | 35 |
| 1958 | 46 |
| 1959 | 49 |
| 1960 | 65 |
| 1961 | 69 |
| 1962 | 76 |
| 1963 | 65 |
| 1964 | 86 |
| 1965 | 105 |
| 1966 | 103 |
| 1967 | 139 |
| 1968 | 110 |
| 1969 | 134 |
| 1970 | 124 |
| 1971 | 157 |
| 1972 | 136 |
| 1973 | 152 |
| 1974 | 180 |
| 1975 | 219 |
| 1976 | 214 |
| 1977 | 240 |
| 1978 | 254 |
| 1979 | 331 |
| 1980 | 352 |
| 1981 | 405 |
| 1982 | 761 |
| 1983 | 657 |
| 1984 | 476 |
| 1985 | 519 |
| 1986 | 429 |
| 1987 | 478 |
| 1988 | 418 |
| 1989 | 549 |
| 1990 | 737 |
| 1991 | 759 |
| 1992 | 767 |
| 1993 | 1,101 |
| 1994 | 1,288 |
| 1995 | 1,881 |
| 1996 | 1,795 |
| 1997 | 3,182 |
| 1998 | 2,317 |
| 1999 | 2,434 |
| 2000 | 2,715 |
| 2001 | 2,769 |
| 2002 | 2,379 |
| 2003 | 2,721 |
| 2004 | 4,175 |
| 2005 | 3,050 |
| 2006 | 3,202 |
| 2007 | 2,657 |
| 2008 | 2,341 |
| 2009 | 2,019 |
| 2010 | 1,621 |
| 2011 | 1,482 |
| 2012 | 1,560 |
| 2013 | 1,191 |
| 2014 | 1,175 |
| 2015 | 995 |
| 2016 | 965 |
| 2017 | 804 |
| 2018 | 676 |
| 2019 | 670 |
| 2020 | 616 |
| 2021 | 634 |
| 2022 | 669 |
| 2023 | 642 |
| 2024 | 636 |