Alex vs Emilio

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #152 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"rival, eager to excel"

Origin: Latin

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Alex Rank #205

Emilio Rank #152

Emilio is more popular, ranked #152 vs #205 for Alex.

Is Alex or Emilio more popular?

Emilio is more popular, ranked #152 compared to Alex at #205 in the United States.

What do Alex and Emilio mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Emilio means "rival, eager to excel" (Latin origin).

Are Alex and Emilio boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Emilio is primarily a boy name.