Alexis

Meaning of Alexis

This name means 'defender of mankind.' It suggests someone who is strong and protective of others.

Alexis has Greek roots — browse every Greek baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Alexis

Alexis has cooled off, slipping to #513 in 2025, down from a peak of #103 in 2004.

Alexis as a girl's name

Alexis is also used as a girl's name, currently ranked #554 in the US. The name Alexis means 'defender' or 'helper.' It suggests someone who protects or aids others.

Notable people named Alexis

• Alexis Ohanian
  Co-founder of Reddit
• Alexis Mac Allister
  World Cup winning footballer
• Alexis Arquette
  Actor and activist
• Alexis Soyer
  Celebrated 19th-century chef
• Alexis Carrel
  Nobel Prize winning surgeon

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Questions about the name Alexis

What does the name Alexis mean?

Alexis means this name means 'defender of mankind.' it suggests someone who is strong and protective of others, and it comes from Greek origins.

Is Alexis a boy's or a girl's name?

Alexis is used for both boys and girls in the United States, which makes it a unisex name.

How popular is the name Alexis?

In 2025, Alexis ranked #513 for boys, down from #484 the year before and #554 for girls, down from #507 the year before.

When was Alexis most popular?

Alexis peaked at #103 in 2004.