Alexiz
Primarily a girl's name of Greek origin with 265 recorded births. Also given to 249 boys.
Meaning & Origin
Fewer than 265 Americans have ever been named Alexiz. It first appeared in SSA records in 1988 and peaked modestly at 22 births in 2007 — rare enough to be distinctive, with just enough history to feel grounded.
Alexiz is not in the current top 1,000 girl names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.
Alexiz is a girl's and boy's baby name of Greek origin, a variant spelling of Alexis, from the Greek alexein, meaning 'to defend, to help.' Alexis has been used for both boys and girls in the United States since the 1980s, when Joan Collins's character Alexis Carrington on the TV soap opera Dynasty made the name synonymous with glamour and determination.
Alexiz gives the classic a distinctive final z that adds a contemporary, edgy quality while keeping the name's timeless Greek meaning of protection.
EtymologyShow more
Alexiz first shows up in U.S. Social Security records in 1988. First appearing in the 1980s, Alexiz emerged during a period of rapid naming innovation in America, when parents increasingly created new names or adopted them from global cultures.
Its Greek classification suggests a path from greek linguistic traditions into American usage, though the specific route — whether through immigration, literature, or cultural exchange — would require deeper historical research.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Alexiz has 23+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1988.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 22 | #13508 | ▼ |
| 2000s | 146 | #7872 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 92 | #9166 | ▲ |
| 1980s | 5 | #11837 | — |
The Story of Alexiz
A Gen Z name
Peaking in 2007, Alexiz is a name that defines a generation. Girls named Alexiz are most likely born between 1997 and 2012.
How rare is Alexiz?
With fewer than 500 recorded births, Alexiz is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1988, peaked in the 2000s with 146 births that decade, and has since become a rare, vintage choice.
Alexiz by the numbers
- Would fill 6 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(23 years, 1988–2012)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 5 | #17002 |
| 2011 | 8 | #12221 |
| 2010 | 9 | #11301 |
| 2009 | 16 | #7700 |
| 2008 | 17 | #7428 |
| 2007 | 22 | #6111 |
| 2006 | 13 | #8728 |
| 2005 | 12 | #8905 |
| 2004 | 16 | #7096 |
| 2003 | 14 | #7598 |
| 2002 | 13 | #7838 |
| 2001 | 9 | #10141 |
| 2000 | 14 | #7179 |
| 1999 | 17 | #5909 |
| 1998 | 11 | #8029 |
| 1997 | 16 | #5886 |
| 1996 | 15 | #6073 |
| 1995 | 7 | #10555 |
| 1994 | 9 | #8830 |
| 1993 | 7 | #10631 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Alexiz as a Boy's Name
Alexiz is a true unisex name. As a boy's name, it has 249 recorded births since 1991.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1988–2012