Alejandro vs Xavier

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alejandro

Boy #185 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"defender of the people"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #102 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"savior"

Origin: Spanish

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Alejandro Rank #185

Xavier Rank #102

Xavier is more popular, ranked #102 vs #185 for Alejandro.

Is Alejandro or Xavier more popular?

Xavier is more popular, ranked #102 compared to Alejandro at #185 in the United States.

What do Alejandro and Xavier mean?

Alejandro means "defender of the people" (Greek origin). Xavier means "savior" (Spanish origin).

Are Alejandro and Xavier boy or girl names?

Alejandro is primarily a boy name. Xavier is primarily a boy name.