Defender of mankind
Alyx is a modern, streamlined variation of Alexandra or Alice. It ultimately derives from the Greek name Alexandros, which combines 'alexein' (to defend) and 'aner' (man).
Less common today
Alyx isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,853 in 1993.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Key resistance figure and companion to Gordon Freeman · Half-Life 2
Fashion stylist and creative director
