Alex vs Elsie

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #26,507 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"pledged to God"

Origin: Hebrew (via Elizabeth)

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Alex Rank #205

Elsie Rank #26,507

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #26507 for Elsie.

Is Alex or Elsie more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Elsie at #26507 in the United States.

What do Alex and Elsie mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Elsie means "pledged to God" (Hebrew (via Elizabeth) origin).

Are Alex and Elsie boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Elsie is primarily a boy name.