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Adriel vs Alex

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Spanish Russian French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#205
Total SSA Count
1,722
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Adriel Rank #109
Alex Rank #205

Adriel is more popular, ranked #109 vs #205 for Alex.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adriel or Alex more popular?

Adriel is more popular, ranked #109 compared to Alex at #205 in the United States.

What do Adriel and Alex mean?

Adriel means "noble, mighty of God" (Hebrew origin). Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin).

Are Adriel and Alex boy or girl names?

Adriel is primarily a boy name. Alex is primarily a boy name.

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