Alex vs Brody

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #224 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"muddy place, ditch"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

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Alex Rank #205

Brody Rank #224

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #224 for Brody.

Is Alex or Brody more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Brody at #224 in the United States.

What do Alex and Brody mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Alex and Brody boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Brody is primarily a boy name.