Elexis Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Elexis is a modern name with Greek origins, derived from Alexis, which means 'defender' or 'helper'. It has evolved through various forms, such as Alexis and Alexisus. The name is associated with contemporary traits and has gained popularity in the late 20th century. It does not have biblical relevance.
The name Elexis is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Elexis has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Elexis' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11362nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2151st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1838th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7756th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Elexis' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Elexis"
Pronunciation
/ɪˈlɛksɪs/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Elexis is a modern variant derived from the name Alexis, which comes from the Greek name 'Alexis' meaning 'defender' or 'helper'.
Meaning
defender, helper
Language Evolution
Alexis, Alexisus, Elexis
Historical Usage
Elexis gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern variant of Alexis, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Alexis, Lexi, Lex
Modern Popularity & Image
Elexis is considered a contemporary and unique name, often perceived as stylish and modern.
Famous People
Elexis Monroe, an American adult film actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Elexis"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Elexis"
"Elexis" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11362nd of 19264 | 33 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2151st of 27321 | 905 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1838th of 35406 | 1,707 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7756th of 30306 | 172 |
Regional Popularity of "Elexis" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Elexis" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
53.76% 1981st/3685 |
64.72% 2896th/4475 |
33.71% 1751st/5194 |
39.39% 2488th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
33.20% 1521st/4582 |
58.19% 3005th/5164 |
24.49% 1791st/7313 |
28.76% 2146th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
94.70% 3773rd/3984 |
100.00% 4487th/4487 |
87.73% 5985th/6822 |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Elexis"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Elexis" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.