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Adonis vs Xander

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Xander

Boy #216 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of the people"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Dutch Greek

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#216
Total SSA Count
1,665
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Adonis Rank #206
Xander Rank #216

Adonis is more popular, ranked #206 vs #216 for Xander.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adonis or Xander more popular?

Adonis is more popular, ranked #206 compared to Xander at #216 in the United States.

What do Adonis and Xander mean?

Adonis means "lord, master" (Phoenician origin). Xander means "defender of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Adonis and Xander boy or girl names?

Adonis is primarily a boy name. Xander is primarily a boy name.

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