Alexis vs Lex

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alexis

Boy #485 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"defender, protector"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #2,214 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"defender of men (short for Alexander)"

Origin: Greek

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Alexis Rank #485

Lex Rank #2,214

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 vs #2214 for Lex.

Is Alexis or Lex more popular?

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 compared to Lex at #2214 in the United States.

What do Alexis and Lex mean?

Alexis means "defender, protector" (Greek origin). Lex means "defender of men (short for Alexander)" (Greek origin).

Are Alexis and Lex boy or girl names?

Alexis is primarily a boy name. Lex is primarily a boy name.