Alex
a-lex
US Popularity:317
Origin:Greek
Meaning:Defender of humankind
Alex is a gender-neutral name of Greek origin meaning "defender of humankind." It is derived from the ancient Greek name Alexandros which comes from the Greek alexein meaning "to defend" or "to protect" and aner translating to "man or warrior." Alex is the shortened version of the masculine name Alexander and feminine Alexandra; however, it stands alone as a popular first name today. Alex is a classic Greek name that will be sure to encourage a chivalrous and fierce protector in baby.
Famous People Named Alex
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- Alex HaleyAuthor
- Alex KingstonTV Actress
- Alex OvechkinHockey Player
- Alex RodriguezBaseball Player
- Alex TrebekGameshow Host
Alex Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Alex is currently #86 on The Bump
Boy:Alex is currently #60 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Alex is currently #52 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Alex is currently #317 in U.S. births
Boy:Alex is currently #335 in U.S. births
Girl:Alex is currently #2781 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
Gender:
Girl
#2781
in 2022
+ 251
from 2021
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