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Alex vs Marshall

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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Popularity Comparison

Alex Rank #205
Marshall Rank #392

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #392 for Marshall.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alex or Marshall more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Marshall at #392 in the United States.

What do Alex and Marshall mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Marshall means "keeper of horses, horse servant" (Old French origin).

Are Alex and Marshall boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Marshall is primarily a boy name.

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