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Alex vs Angelo

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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Angelo

Boy #286 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"angel; messenger of God"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Italian Spanish Greek Filipino American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#286
Total SSA Count
1,170
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Alex Rank #205
Angelo Rank #286

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #286 for Angelo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alex or Angelo more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Angelo at #286 in the United States.

What do Alex and Angelo mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Angelo means "angel; messenger of God" (Greek origin).

Are Alex and Angelo boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Angelo is primarily a boy name.

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