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Alix

♂ Boy

Pronounced AL-iks /ˈæl.ɪks/High

Meaning: A French form of Alex/Alexis — from Greek, 'a defender/protector of men'; used for both sexes; here for boysLow

In 30 seconds: A defender of men: Alix spells Alex/Alexis. Crisp, classic, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for boys).
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Origin LowGreek, French
MeaningA French form of Alex/Alexis — from Greek, 'a defender/protector of men'; used for both sexes; here for boys
U.S. rank (2025)#7218 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births11 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1993
Total births (all-time)≈ 989

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 199319302025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

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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Frequently Asked

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.

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