Alexus

Alexus is a modern English elaboration of Alex, itself a short form of Alexander or Alexandra, which derive from the ancient Greek name Alexandros, composed of the elements alexein, meaning to defend, and aner, meaning man. The spelling with the distinctive us ending appears to have been influenced by names such as Lexus and Alexis, giving the name a more feminine or stylized feel in contemporary usage. Related forms include Alexis, Alexa, and Alexandra.