Alexis: Name day

Name day

The name Alexis celebrates its name day on several international dates throughout the calendar year. These dates include February 17 in France and Spain, March 3 in the USA, and March 17 in Greece. Further observances take place on July 17 in Germany, August 30 also in Greece, and December 12 in Sweden.

Alexis History Meaning and Popularity

Alexis is an enduring name of ancient Greek origin, translating powerfully as "defender" or "protector." It has a strong historical foundation, dating back to the Byzantine Empire, and maintains popularity globally, particularly in French and Slavic cultures. While traditionally masculine, the name is highly popular in the USA and other Western nations as a classic feminine choice, making it truly unisex. The name successfully conveys a mood that is both confident and elegant, appealing to modern sensibilities while retaining a classical foundation. Its popularity peaked in the early 2000s in the US, but it remains a consistently favored choice internationally.

Name Day List: Alexis

Country	Day	Month	Names
France	17	February	Alexis
Spain	17	February	Constanza, Rómulo, Alexis
USA	3	March	Alasdair, Alastair, Alec, Alejandra, Alejandro, Alex, Alexa, Alexander, Alexandra, Alexandria, Alexia, Alexis, Alexus, Ali, Alondra, Dale, Darnell, Lex, Lexi, Lexie, Lexus, Sandra, Sandy, Sasha, Xander, Zander
Greece	17	March	Alexios, Alexia, Alexis, Alex, Gertrude
Germany	17	July	Alexis
Greece	30	August	Alexandros, Alexandra, Alexander, Alex, Alexis, Alekos, Sandra
Sweden	12	December	Alexander, Alexis