Alex vs Milo

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #120 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"soldier, merciful"

Origin: Germanic

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Alex Rank #205

Milo Rank #120

Milo is more popular, ranked #120 vs #205 for Alex.

Is Alex or Milo more popular?

Milo is more popular, ranked #120 compared to Alex at #205 in the United States.

What do Alex and Milo mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Milo means "soldier, merciful" (Germanic origin).

Are Alex and Milo boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Milo is primarily a boy name.