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Alex vs Louis

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

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Louis

Boy #236 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"famous warrior, renowned in battle"

Origin: Germanic/Frankish

Cultural Roots

French English German Spanish Belgian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#236
Total SSA Count
1,503
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Alex Rank #205
Louis Rank #236

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #236 for Louis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alex or Louis more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Louis at #236 in the United States.

What do Alex and Louis mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Louis means "famous warrior, renowned in battle" (Germanic/Frankish origin).

Are Alex and Louis boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Louis is primarily a boy name.

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