Alex vs Hugo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #405 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"mind, spirit, heart"

Origin: Germanic

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Alex Rank #205

Hugo Rank #405

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #405 for Hugo.

Is Alex or Hugo more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Hugo at #405 in the United States.

What do Alex and Hugo mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Hugo means "mind, spirit, heart" (Germanic origin).

Are Alex and Hugo boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Hugo is primarily a boy name.