Aleksis is of Greek origin, meaning 'helper to mankind'. It is a variant of Alexis, which itself stems from the Greek name Alexandros, composed of elements 'alexein', meaning 'to defend', and 'aner', meaning 'man'. Aleksis is often associated with classical Greek culture and history, evoking images of ancient wisdom and nobility. This name has been popular in various forms throughout history but remains relatively uncommon today, making it a distinctive choice for a child.
The name Aleksis was given to five children in the year 2005.