Alex vs Hudson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #22 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Hudd"

Origin: English

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Alex Rank #205

Hudson Rank #22

Hudson is more popular, ranked #22 vs #205 for Alex.

Is Alex or Hudson more popular?

Hudson is more popular, ranked #22 compared to Alex at #205 in the United States.

What do Alex and Hudson mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Hudson means "son of Hudd" (English origin).

Are Alex and Hudson boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Hudson is primarily a boy name.