Alex vs Gor

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

Gor

Boy #6,672 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"hero, warrior"

Origin: Old Armenian

Cultural Roots

Armenian Caucasian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,672
Total SSA Count
13
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Alex Rank #205
Gor Rank #6,672

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #6672 for Gor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alex or Gor more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Gor at #6672 in the United States.

What do Alex and Gor mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Gor means "hero, warrior" (Old Armenian origin).

Are Alex and Gor boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Gor is primarily a boy name.

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