Alexis Venable

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alexis Venable — defender
47K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alexis Venable 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 Venable: Venable Brothers, rock quarry business of Samuel and William Venable that included Stone Mountain, Georgia. Abraham B. Venable (1758–1811), American state and national politician Abraham Watkins Venable (1799–1876), American state and national politician Charles L. Venable (born 1960), former CEO of the Indianapolis Museum of Art in Indianapolis, Indiana Charles S. 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: Venable

English

Venable Brothers, rock quarry business of Samuel and William Venable that included Stone Mountain, Georgia. Abraham B. Venable (1758–1811), American state and national politician Abraham Watkins Venable (1799–1876), American state and national politician Charles L. Venable (born 1960), former CEO of the Indianapolis Museum of Art in Indianapolis, Indiana Charles S.

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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 Venable

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 Venable:

5
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Venable?
The surname Venable originates from English. Venable Brothers, rock quarry business of Samuel and William Venable that included Stone Mountain, Georgia. Abraham B. Venable (1758–1811), American state and national politician Abraham Watkins Venable (1799–1876), American state and national politician Charles L. Venable (born 1960), former CEO of the Indianapolis Museum of Art in Indianapolis, Indiana Charles S.
What are the origins of the name Alexis Venable?
The name Alexis Venable combines two different traditions: the first name Alexis has Greek roots, while the surname Venable originates from English.
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