Alex vs Leon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #141 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"lion"

Origin: Greek

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Alex Rank #205

Leon Rank #141

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 vs #205 for Alex.

Is Alex or Leon more popular?

Leon is more popular, ranked #141 compared to Alex at #205 in the United States.

What do Alex and Leon mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Leon means "lion" (Greek origin).

Are Alex and Leon boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Leon is primarily a boy name.