Alexis Rule

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alexis Rule — defender
47K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alexis Rule 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 Rule: Albert Leroy Rule (1886–1943), World War I documentary film producer and director Amiria Rule (born 1983), New Zealand rugby player Ann Rule (1935–2015), American true crime writer Bert L. Rule (1891–1878), Popular music composer and arranger Bob Rule (1944–2019), American basketball player Charlize Rule (born 2003), Australian footballer Christopher Rule (1895–1983), American comic book artist Elton Rule (1916–1990), American television executive Francis Rule (1835–1925), Cornish miner who moved to Mexico and became immensely wealthy Gilbert Rule (c. 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: Rule

English

Albert Leroy Rule (1886–1943), World War I documentary film producer and director Amiria Rule (born 1983), New Zealand rugby player Ann Rule (1935–2015), American true crime writer Bert L. Rule (1891–1878), Popular music composer and arranger Bob Rule (1944–2019), American basketball player Charlize Rule (born 2003), Australian footballer Christopher Rule (1895–1983), American comic book artist Elton Rule (1916–1990), American television executive Francis Rule (1835–1925), Cornish miner who moved to Mexico and became immensely wealthy Gilbert Rule (c.

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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 Rule

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 Rule:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

22
Personality Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

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 Rule?
The surname Rule originates from English. Albert Leroy Rule (1886–1943), World War I documentary film producer and director Amiria Rule (born 1983), New Zealand rugby player Ann Rule (1935–2015), American true crime writer Bert L. Rule (1891–1878), Popular music composer and arranger Bob Rule (1944–2019), American basketball player Charlize Rule (born 2003), Australian footballer Christopher Rule (1895–1983), American comic book artist Elton Rule (1916–1990), American television executive Francis Rule (1835–1925), Cornish miner who moved to Mexico and became immensely wealthy Gilbert Rule (c.
What are the origins of the name Alexis Rule?
The name Alexis Rule combines two different traditions: the first name Alexis has Greek roots, while the surname Rule originates from English.
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