Alexis is of Greek origin and means 'defender' or 'helper'. It's a unisex name, but it's more commonly used for females. The name Alexis gained popularity in the United States during the 1980s and has since maintained a steady presence in the top 1000 names for both boys and girls. Notable figures with this name include American actress Alexis Bledel and French tennis player Alexi Zverev. In literature, Alexis is also the name of the protagonist in F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel "The Great Gatsby". The name has a strong, confident sound and offers flexibility as it can be used for both boys and girls. It also has several popular nicknames such as Lexi, Lex, Alix, and Alexis.
"In 2002 alone, five individuals named Alexix came into existence."