The baby name Alecsis is a Unisex name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced /əˈlɛksɪs/ (uh-LEK-sis).
Alecsis is Greek in Origin.
The baby name Alecsis is a Unisex name , 3 syllables long and is pronounced /əˈlɛksɪs/ (uh-LEK-sis).
Alecsis is Greek in Origin.
Alecsis is a modern respelling of Alexis, from Greek Alexis and alexein "to defend, help," cognate with Alexios and ultimately related to Alexander ("defender of men"). Pronounced a-LEK-sis, the 'cs' reproduces the classic 'x' sound. The name carries the meaning "helper, defender," with protective overtones rooted in ancient Greek usage as both a given name and nickname.
In antiquity and medieval Christendom, Alexis/Alexius appeared chiefly as a masculine name, borne by saints and rulers (e.g., St. Alexius; Russian Tsar Alexei). From the late 20th century, especially in North America, it became widely unisex and strongly feminine in usage. Established variants and relatives include Alexis, Alexus, Alexes, Alexia, Alexius, Alexios, Alexei/Aleksei. Short forms range from Alex and Lex to Lexi/Lexie; Alecsis fits alongside these as a distinctive, contemporary spelling.
Based on birth registration data from national statistics agencies.
| Country | Gender | Year | Rank | Born | of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GT | 0 | #338 | 1 | 5,948 | |
| UY | Boys | 0 | #411 | 3 | 5,922 |
| PH | Girls | 0 | #429 | 1 | 13,098 |
| PA | Boys | 0 | #505 | 1 | 9,305 |
| RU | Boys | 0 | #526 | 1 | 12,621 |
| LY | 0 | #559 | 1 | 12,703 | |
| BO | Boys | 0 | #622 | 1 | 9,244 |
| CL | Boys | 0 | #697 | 4 | 13,390 |
| PE | Boys | 0 | #925 | 2 | 14,506 |
| United States | Girls | 2006 | #938 | 5 | 10,031 |
| CO | Boys | 0 | #980 | 2 | 15,656 |
| MX | Boys | 0 | #1,032 | 2 | 16,355 |
Alecsis is popular in 12 countries — most recent births per country:
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