Alex vs Raymond

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #380 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wise protector"

Origin: Germanic

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Alex Rank #205

Raymond Rank #380

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #380 for Raymond.

Is Alex or Raymond more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Raymond at #380 in the United States.

What do Alex and Raymond mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Raymond means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are Alex and Raymond boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Raymond is primarily a boy name.