Alex vs Caleb

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #49 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"loyal as a dog"

Origin: Hebrew

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Alex Rank #205

Caleb Rank #49

Caleb is more popular, ranked #49 vs #205 for Alex.

Is Alex or Caleb more popular?

Caleb is more popular, ranked #49 compared to Alex at #205 in the United States.

What do Alex and Caleb mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Caleb means "loyal as a dog" (Hebrew origin).

Are Alex and Caleb boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Caleb is primarily a boy name.