Alex vs Liem

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #5,715 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"honest, incorruptible"

Origin: Sino-Vietnamese

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Alex Rank #205

Liem Rank #5,715

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #5715 for Liem.

Is Alex or Liem more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Liem at #5715 in the United States.

What do Alex and Liem mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Liem means "honest, incorruptible" (Sino-Vietnamese origin).

Are Alex and Liem boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Liem is primarily a boy name.