Alexei vs Leander

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alexei

Boy #2,778 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"defender, helper of mankind"

Origin: Greek 'alexein'

Russian Ukrainian Bulgarian Slavic Orthodox Christian

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Boy #1,751 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"lion man"

Origin: Greek

Greek English European

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Alexei Rank #2,778

Leander Rank #1,751

Leander is more popular, ranked #1751 vs #2778 for Alexei.

Is Alexei or Leander more popular?

Leander is more popular, ranked #1751 compared to Alexei at #2778 in the United States.

What do Alexei and Leander mean?

Alexei means "defender, helper of mankind" (Greek 'alexein' origin). Leander means "lion man" (Greek origin).

Are Alexei and Leander boy or girl names?

Alexei is primarily a boy name. Leander is primarily a boy name.