Alexis Knepper

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alexis Knepper — defender
47K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alexis Knepper is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Alexis is a feminine given name of Greek origin. Alexis is a given name of Greek origin. Like the name Alexander, Alexis derives from the Greek verb: ἀλέξειν, romanized: aléxein, lit. 'defend'. While the name is traditionally male, it has been predominantly given to females in the United States since at least the 1940s, when actress Alexis Smith began appearing in films. It has been among the top 50 most popular names for girls in the United States since 1990. The surname Knepper: Émile Knepper (1892–1978), Luxembourgian gymnast who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics Arnie Knepper (1930–1992), American racecar driver Bob Knepper (born 1954), former pitcher in Major League Baseball with a 15-year career from 1976 to 1990 Charlie Knepper (1871–1946), Major League Baseball player, a right-handed pitcher who batted from the right side James Knepper (1932–2016), former Republican member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives Jean-Bernard Knepper (1638–1698), Luxembourg advocat and notary, and from 1693 to 1698 the Mayor of the City of Luxembourg Jimmy Knepper (1927–2. Alexis is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 47K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Alexis reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Alexis

Meaning: defender

Greek

Alexis is a given name of Greek origin. Like the name Alexander, Alexis derives from the Greek verb: ἀλέξειν, romanized: aléxein, lit. 'defend'. While the name is traditionally male, it has been predominantly given to females in the United States since at least the 1940s, when actress Alexis Smith began appearing in films. It has been among the top 50 most popular names for girls in the United States since 1990.

Surname: Knepper

English

Émile Knepper (1892–1978), Luxembourgian gymnast who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics Arnie Knepper (1930–1992), American racecar driver Bob Knepper (born 1954), former pitcher in Major League Baseball with a 15-year career from 1976 to 1990 Charlie Knepper (1871–1946), Major League Baseball player, a right-handed pitcher who batted from the right side James Knepper (1932–2016), former Republican member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives Jean-Bernard Knepper (1638–1698), Luxembourg advocat and notary, and from 1693 to 1698 the Mayor of the City of Luxembourg Jimmy Knepper (1927–2.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Alexis is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 53%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Alexis by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Alexis Knepper

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Alexis Knepper:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Alexis?
The first name Alexis originates from Greek. Alexis is a given name of Greek origin. Like the name Alexander, Alexis derives from the Greek verb: ἀλέξειν, romanized: aléxein, lit. 'defend'. While the name is traditionally male, it has been predominantly given to females in the United States since at least the 1940s, when actress Alexis Smith began appearing in films. It has been among the top 50 most popular names for girls in the United States since 1990.
When was Alexis most popular?
The name Alexis reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Knepper?
The surname Knepper originates from English. Émile Knepper (1892–1978), Luxembourgian gymnast who competed in the 1912 Summer Olympics Arnie Knepper (1930–1992), American racecar driver Bob Knepper (born 1954), former pitcher in Major League Baseball with a 15-year career from 1976 to 1990 Charlie Knepper (1871–1946), Major League Baseball player, a right-handed pitcher who batted from the right side James Knepper (1932–2016), former Republican member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives Jean-Bernard Knepper (1638–1698), Luxembourg advocat and notary, and from 1693 to 1698 the Mayor of the City of Luxembourg Jimmy Knepper (1927–2.
What are the origins of the name Alexis Knepper?
The name Alexis Knepper combines two different traditions: the first name Alexis has Greek roots, while the surname Knepper originates from English.
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