Girl · 11th of 35,406
Alexis
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
411,469
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1998
Peak Popularity Year
22,095
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Alexis stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Alexis is a name of Greek origin, meaning 'defender' or 'helper'. It evolved from the Ancient Greek Alexios to the modern form Alexis. The name has biblical relevance through Saint Alexius. It gained popularity in the Middle Ages and remains a trendy and sophisticated unisex name today.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/əˈlɛksɪs/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
The name Alexis derives from the Greek name 'Alexios', which means 'defender' or 'helper'. It is rooted in the Greek verb 'alexo', meaning 'to defend' or 'to help'.
Meaning
defender, helper
Language Evolution
Alexios (Ancient Greek), Alexis (Modern Greek)
Historical Usage
The name Alexis gained popularity in Europe during the Middle Ages, particularly in Christian contexts due to the veneration of Saint Alexius, a popular saint in medieval Christianity.
Variants & Derivatives
Alex, Lexi, Alexa, Alexia
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Alexis is viewed as a unisex name, often associated with modernity and sophistication. It remains popular in various cultures.
Famous People
Alexis de Tocqueville, Alexis Bledel, Alexis Ohanian
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Gradually Declining
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Gradually Declining
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 22,095 peak births in 1998
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Nevada
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 13 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 16 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 13 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2016th of 7545 | 251 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2304th of 6773 | 192 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1199th of 7552 | 759 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 595th of 10718 | 2,950 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 293rd of 16616 | 13,020 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 161st of 24088 | 40,624 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 401st of 23106 | 9,673 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1788th of 9204 | 381 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 691st of 12526 | 3,734 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 421st of 19264 | 8,236 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 54th of 27321 | 100,066 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11th of 35406 | 207,204 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 141st of 30306 | 24,363 |