Alex vs Kyrie

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

Popularity Comparison

Alex Rank #205
Kyrie Rank #235

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #235 for Kyrie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alex or Kyrie more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Kyrie at #235 in the United States.

What do Alex and Kyrie mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Kyrie means "Lord" (Greek origin).

Are Alex and Kyrie boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Kyrie is primarily a boy name.

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