Alex vs Jace

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #114 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"short form of Jason, the healer"

Origin: Greek

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Alex Rank #205

Jace Rank #114

Jace is more popular, ranked #114 vs #205 for Alex.

Is Alex or Jace more popular?

Jace is more popular, ranked #114 compared to Alex at #205 in the United States.

What do Alex and Jace mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Jace means "short form of Jason, the healer" (Greek origin).

Are Alex and Jace boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Jace is primarily a boy name.