Alexis \a-lexis\ as a girl's name (also used as boy's name Alexis), is pronounced a-LEX-iss. It is of Greek origin, and the meaning of Alexis is "defender, protector". Originally a boy's name, but now more commonly given to girls. Actress Alexis Smith.
Alexis has 19 variant forms: Alessa, Alessi, Alex, Alexa, Alexanna, Alexanne, Alexi, Alexia, Alexina, Alexine, Alexius, Alexus, Alexys, Alix, Alyx, Lexi, Lexie, Lexis and Lexy.
For more information, see also the related name Alexandra.