Alex vs Niko

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #344 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"victory of the people"

Origin: Greek

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Alex Rank #205

Niko Rank #344

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #344 for Niko.

Is Alex or Niko more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Niko at #344 in the United States.

What do Alex and Niko mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Niko means "victory of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Alex and Niko boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Niko is primarily a boy name.