Alex vs Jackson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #35 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of Jack"

Origin: English patronymic surname

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Alex Rank #205

Jackson Rank #35

Jackson is more popular, ranked #35 vs #205 for Alex.

Is Alex or Jackson more popular?

Jackson is more popular, ranked #35 compared to Alex at #205 in the United States.

What do Alex and Jackson mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Jackson means "son of Jack" (English patronymic surname origin).

Are Alex and Jackson boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Jackson is primarily a boy name.