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Alex vs Talha

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

All Clear

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Talha

Boy #2,730 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"generous, bountiful"

Origin: Arabic

Cultural Roots

Arabic Turkish Pakistani Indian Muslim

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,730
Total SSA Count
48
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Alex Rank #205
Talha Rank #2,730

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #2730 for Talha.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alex or Talha more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Talha at #2730 in the United States.

What do Alex and Talha mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Talha means "generous, bountiful" (Arabic origin).

Are Alex and Talha boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Talha is primarily a boy name.

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