Alexis as a name
Alexis is a unisex given name that has origins in ancient Greece. It is derived from the Greek name “Alexios,” which means “defender” or “helper.”
In Greek mythology, there were several figures named Alexis, including a companion of Achilles in the Trojan War, and a son of the god Apollo.
The name Alexis became popular in the English-speaking world in the 20th century, and has been used for both boys and girls. It has also been popularized in various cultures and languages.
Famous people with the name Alexis include Alexis de Tocqueville, a French political scientist and historian, and Alexis Ohanian, an American internet entrepreneur and co-founder of Reddit.
