Alexis
Meaning of Alexis
The name Alexis is a beautifully versatile, unisex choice for parents. Pronounced as uh-LEK-sis (/əˈlɛksɪs/) in English, it has an elegant and timeless appeal. It offers lovely variations such as Alex or Alexa for those seeking a shorter option. The popularity of the name Alexis has seen significant variation over the years in the US. The highest recorded usage was in 1999 with an impressive rank of 3rd most popular baby name. While it's not as frequently used today compared to its peak years, Alexis remains a beloved choice among many parents due to its classic feel and universal charm.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as uh-LEK-sis (/əˈlɛksɪs/)
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Notable People Named Alexis
| Alexis de Tocqueville, a French aristocrat and influential thinker, is best known for his works "Democracy in America" and "The Old Regime and the Revolution," which analyzed social conditions and the relationship between individuals, the market, and the state in Western societies. |
| Alexis Kerry Ohanian is an American internet entrepreneur, best known as the co-founder of Reddit and a partner at Y Combinator. |
| Kimberly Alexis Bledel is an American actress and model, known for her roles in Gilmore Girls, The Handmaid's Tale, and Mad Men. |
| Michel Lamarche, also known as Alexis Smirnoff and Michel "Justice" Dubois, was a Canadian professional wrestler who competed in various North American regional promotions during the 1970s and 1980s. |
| Alexis Smith - Margaret Alexis Fitzsimmons-Smith, known for her success in Hollywood and on Broadway, won a Tony Award for her role in the musical Follies. |
| Alexis Denisof is an American actor famous for his role as Wesley Wyndam-Pryce in Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel, as well as his recurring role on How I Met Your Mother, and is married to actress Alyson Hannigan. |
| Alexis Smith was an American visual artist known for her work in collage and installation. |
| Alexis René Glabach, also known as Alexis Ren, is a multi-talented American social media personality, actress, entrepreneur, environmental and mental health activist, and model. |
| Alexis Lafrenière is a Canadian professional ice hockey left winger for the New York Rangers, known for his impressive career in the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League and his first overall selection in the 2020 NHL Entry Draft. |
| Alexis Kirke is a British composer and filmmaker known for his interdisciplinary practice, drawing inspiration from arts, science, and technology, with a focus on quantum mechanics, marine science, stock markets, and artificial intelligence. |
| Alexis Pascal Gauthier is a French chef known for his Michelin-starred restaurants and transition to vegan cuisine. |
| Alexis Brimeyer - Alex Ceslaw Maurice Jean Brimeyer was a pretender who claimed connection to various European thrones and used fraudulent combined titles, authoring a controversial book and selling false titles of nobility. |
| Alexis Merizalde Knapp is an American actress known for her roles in the Pitch Perfect film series and Project X, as well as her appearance on the TBS comedy Ground Floor. |
| Alexis Coe is an American presidential historian, podcast host, exhibition curator, and author of several books, including the New York Times best-selling biography of George Washington. |
| Alexis Cohen was a two-time American Idol contestant known for her expletive-filled rant at the judges and was nicknamed "Glitter Girl" in the media. |
