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First name Alexis - Meaning, Origin and Rating
Origin
Greek
Nameday
17. February
Meaning
Alexis is a unisex given name of Greek origin, derived from "alexo," a verb meaning to protect, defend, or help. The name carries the idea of a protector of the people. In Russian, it is also used as a short form of Alexander. In modern pop culture, its popularity rose notably thanks to the television character Alexis Carrington from the series "Dynasty," played by Joan Collins.
Famous people with the first name Alexis
- Alexis Ohanian (American entrepreneur and investor)
- Alexis Wilkins (Person)
- Alexis Denisof (American actor)
- Alexis Bledel (American actress and model)
- Alexis Sánchez (Chilean footballer)
- Alexis Dziena (American film and television actress)
- Alexis Bloom (South African film and television producer and director)
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