Alex vs Declan

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #131 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"man of prayer"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

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Alex Rank #205

Declan Rank #131

Declan is more popular, ranked #131 vs #205 for Alex.

Is Alex or Declan more popular?

Declan is more popular, ranked #131 compared to Alex at #205 in the United States.

What do Alex and Declan mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Declan means "man of prayer" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Alex and Declan boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Declan is primarily a boy name.