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Aleph vs Lex

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lex

Boy #2,214 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"defender of men (short for Alexander)"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,214
Total SSA Count
65
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Aleph Rank #5,091
Lex Rank #2,214

Lex is more popular, ranked #2214 vs #5091 for Aleph.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aleph or Lex more popular?

Lex is more popular, ranked #2214 compared to Aleph at #5091 in the United States.

What do Aleph and Lex mean?

Aleph means "first, beginning" (Hebrew origin). Lex means "defender of men (short for Alexander)" (Greek origin).

Are Aleph and Lex boy or girl names?

Aleph is primarily a boy name. Lex is primarily a boy name.

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