Alex vs Baylor

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #366 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"one who bails, deliverer"

Origin: Old French

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Alex Rank #205

Baylor Rank #366

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #366 for Baylor.

Is Alex or Baylor more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Baylor at #366 in the United States.

What do Alex and Baylor mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Baylor means "one who bails, deliverer" (Old French origin).

Are Alex and Baylor boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Baylor is primarily a boy name.