Alex vs Steven

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #269 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crown, wreath"

Origin: Greek

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Alex Rank #205

Steven Rank #269

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #269 for Steven.

Is Alex or Steven more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Steven at #269 in the United States.

What do Alex and Steven mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Steven means "crown, wreath" (Greek origin).

Are Alex and Steven boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Steven is primarily a boy name.