Alix is a French form of Alex/Alexis — from Greek, 'a defender/protector of men' (also historically a form of Alice). Used for both sexes, here for a boy (slug distinguished; said 'AL-iks').

In the U.S. it appears for both sexes. Rare in this form, a-defender-of-men at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Alex/Alexis means 'a defender/protector of men' in Greek — Alix is a French form, crisp and classic, used for both sexes (here for boys; said 'AL-iks').

Overall data confidence 40%

References — Alex — unisex

Variations

AlexAlexisAlyx

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What does the name Alix mean?

Alix is a French form of Alex/Alexis — Greek 'a defender of men'; used for both sexes; here for a boy.

How do you pronounce Alix?

It's said AL-iks /ˈæl.ɪks/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Alix a boy or girl name?

Alix is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Alix?

Alix is a rare name in the U.S.