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Alex vs Iker

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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Iker

Boy #385 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"visitation, divine gift"

Origin: Basque

Cultural Roots

Basque Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#385
Total SSA Count
841
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Alex Rank #205
Iker Rank #385

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #385 for Iker.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alex or Iker more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Iker at #385 in the United States.

What do Alex and Iker mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Iker means "visitation, divine gift" (Basque origin).

Are Alex and Iker boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Iker is primarily a boy name.

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