Alix Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Alix Name at a Glance

Name	Alix
Meaning	Diminutive of Alexandra: A feminine form of Alexander meaning defender of men, used in Britain since early 13th century; it became popular after the marriage of the 1863 marriage of future King Edward VII to Princess Alexandra of Denmark.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Alix Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Alix means “Diminutive of Alexandra: A feminine form of Alexander meaning defender of men, used in Britain since early 13th century; it became popular after the marriage of the 1863 marriage of future King Edward VII to Princess Alexandra of Denmark”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Alix Name Origin

Our database records Alix under Greek origin. Browse more Greek baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Alix a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Alix is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Alix

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