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Alexis vs Felix

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alexis

Boy #485 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"defender, protector"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Russian American French Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#485
Total SSA Count
636
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Felix

Boy #177 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"happy, fortunate"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English German Spanish Latin American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#177
Total SSA Count
2,081
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Alexis Rank #485
Felix Rank #177

Felix is more popular, ranked #177 vs #485 for Alexis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexis or Felix more popular?

Felix is more popular, ranked #177 compared to Alexis at #485 in the United States.

What do Alexis and Felix mean?

Alexis means "defender, protector" (Greek origin). Felix means "happy, fortunate" (Latin origin).

Are Alexis and Felix boy or girl names?

Alexis is primarily a boy name. Felix is primarily a boy name.

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