Alex vs Berg

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

Berg

Boy #21,697 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"mountain, hill"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

German Scandinavian Dutch Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#21,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Alex Rank #205
Berg Rank #21,697

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #21697 for Berg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alex or Berg more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Berg at #21697 in the United States.

What do Alex and Berg mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Berg means "mountain, hill" (Germanic origin).

Are Alex and Berg boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Berg is primarily a boy name.

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