Alex vs King

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #343 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"king, ruler, monarch"

Origin: Old English

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Alex Rank #205

King Rank #343

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #343 for King.

Is Alex or King more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to King at #343 in the United States.

What do Alex and King mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). King means "king, ruler, monarch" (Old English origin).

Are Alex and King boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. King is primarily a boy name.