Alexis

Helper, defender

GenderBoyOriginFrenchSay itah-lek-SEESPopularityUncommon
Pronounced ah-lek-SEES

About the name Alexis

Alexis is a graceful unisex-leaning name in France, historically used for boys and carrying protective meaning.

Protective, intelligent, and quietly principled.

Fun fact

Alexis de Tocqueville's 'Democracy in America' remains a foundational political text.

Nicknames for Alexis

Alex

Variations

AlexeiAlexiusAlex

Famous people named Alexis

  • Alexis de Tocqueville (writer, historian)

Sibling name ideas

CamilleLéaJulienCharlotte

Similar names

AlexandreDefender of mankindNicolasVictory of the peopleJulienyouthfulMaximethe greatestAchillePain, distress (heroic warrior)AiméBelovedAlainHandsome, cheerfulAlgernonwith a mustache, whiskers

Themes

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