Defender of mankind
A modern feminine variant of Alexis, derived from the Greek verb alexein, meaning to defend or help. While it peaked in popularity in the late 1990s, it remains a distinct alternative to the more common Alexandra or Alexis.
About 10 girls were named Alexus in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Reality television personality
The same feel as Alexus — far less common.
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