Alex vs Zander

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #379 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Ancient Greek

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Alex Rank #205

Zander Rank #379

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #379 for Zander.

Is Alex or Zander more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Zander at #379 in the United States.

What do Alex and Zander mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Zander means "defender of men" (Ancient Greek origin).

Are Alex and Zander boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Zander is primarily a boy name.