Alex
Alex is a shortened form of Alexander, derived from the Greek name Alexandros meaning 'defender of the people' or 'protector of mankind.' It has evolved into a strong standalone name with timeless appeal across many cultures.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 1,423. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 4,041
- 2012: 3,870
- 2013: 3,559
- 2014: 3,192
- 2015: 3,113
- 2016: 2,855
- 2017: 2,606
- 2018: 2,526
- 2019: 2,401
- 2020: 2,122
- 2021: 1,969
- 2022: 2,006
- 2023: 1,814
- 2024: 1,728
- 2025: 1,515
- 2026 (projected): 1,423
Good to Know
- •Works well as both a standalone name and nickname for Alexander
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in multiple languages
- •Gender-neutral usage makes it increasingly popular for both boys and girls
- •Professional yet approachable sound suitable for all ages
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Statistics
286,169
Total births since 1880
1993
Peak year
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