Alex vs Aqib

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #15,573 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"title of the Prophet Muhammad"

Origin: Arabic

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Alex Rank #205

Aqib Rank #15,573

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #15573 for Aqib.

Is Alex or Aqib more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Aqib at #15573 in the United States.

What do Alex and Aqib mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Aqib means "title of the Prophet Muhammad" (Arabic origin).

Are Alex and Aqib boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Aqib is primarily a boy name.