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Pronunciation / Transliteration: Alexis
"एलेक्सिस भारत में एक लोकप्रिय नाम है।"
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A male or female given name derived from the Greek word meaning 'defender' or 'helper'.
"Alexis is a popular name in many countries, often associated with strong and supportive individuals." - 2
A character in literature or media, often portrayed as a protector or supporter.
"In the novel, Alexis serves as the protagonist's loyal friend and protector."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the ancient Greek name Alēxios (Ἀλέξιος), meaning "defender" or "helper," stemming from the verb alexein, meaning "to defend" or "to ward off." Over centuries, the name spread widely throughout Europe and has been adopted globally as both a given name and a recognized proper noun reference.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Alexis" is said worldwide
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Alexis
Transliteration: Alexis
"Alexis est un nom populaire en France."
Alexis
Transliteration: Alexis
"Alexis ist ein häufiger Name in Deutschland."
Alexis
Transliteration: Alexis
"Alexis è un nome comune in Italia."
Alexis
Transliteration: Alexis
"Alexis es un nombre popular en España."
Alexis
Transliteration: Alexis
"Alexis é um nome comum em Portugal."
एलेक्सिस
Transliteration: Alexis
"एलेक्सिस भारत में एक लोकप्रिय नाम है।"
亚历克西斯
Transliteration: Yàlìkèxīsī
"亚历克西斯在中国是一个常见的名字。"
알렉시스
Transliteration: Allegisiseu
"알렉시스는 한국에서 인기 있는 이름입니다."
アレクシス
Transliteration: Arekushisu
"アレクシスは日本で一般的な名前です。"
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