Alex vs Victor

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

Victor

Boy #214 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"conqueror, winner"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

English Spanish French Romanian Russian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#214
Total SSA Count
1,674
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Alex Rank #205
Victor Rank #214

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #214 for Victor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alex or Victor more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Victor at #214 in the United States.

What do Alex and Victor mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Victor means "conqueror, winner" (Latin origin).

Are Alex and Victor boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Victor is primarily a boy name.

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