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A unisex given name, most often used as a short form of Alexander or Alexandra.
"Alex works as a graphic designer downtown."
How to Use Alex
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA common short first name, used for both men and women.
Word Forms
Alexes plural
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Etymology
A clipping of Alexander (or Alexandra), ultimately from Greek meaning "defender of man."