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Alex vs Ferrin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Spanish Russian French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#205
Total SSA Count
1,722
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Ferrin

Boy #20,697 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little man, young warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Celtic Contemporary

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#20,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Alex Rank #205
Ferrin Rank #20,697

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #20697 for Ferrin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alex or Ferrin more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Ferrin at #20697 in the United States.

What do Alex and Ferrin mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Ferrin means "little man, young warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Alex and Ferrin boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Ferrin is primarily a boy name.

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