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Alex vs Memphis

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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Memphis

Girl #1,596 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"white walls (Inbu-hedj, alternate name)"

Origin: Ancient Egyptian

Cultural Roots

American American South

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,596
Total SSA Count
131
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Alex Rank #205
Memphis Rank #1,596

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #1596 for Memphis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alex or Memphis more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Memphis at #1596 in the United States.

What do Alex and Memphis mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Memphis means "white walls (Inbu-hedj, alternate name)" (Ancient Egyptian origin).

Are Alex and Memphis boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Memphis is primarily a girl name.

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