Alex vs Rory

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

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Rory

Boy #226 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"red king, famous ruler"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#226
Total SSA Count
1,594
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Alex Rank #205
Rory Rank #226

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #226 for Rory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alex or Rory more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Rory at #226 in the United States.

What do Alex and Rory mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Rory means "red king, famous ruler" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Alex and Rory boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Rory is primarily a boy name.

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