Alex vs Brandon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #230 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"broom-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

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Alex Rank #205

Brandon Rank #230

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #230 for Brandon.

Is Alex or Brandon more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Brandon at #230 in the United States.

What do Alex and Brandon mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Brandon means "broom-covered hill" (Old English origin).

Are Alex and Brandon boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Brandon is primarily a boy name.