Alexei vs Mikhael

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 #2,941 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"who is like God? (no one!)"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew Russian Eastern European Christian Scandinavian

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Alexei Rank #2,778

Mikhael Rank #2,941

Alexei is more popular, ranked #2778 vs #2941 for Mikhael.

Is Alexei or Mikhael more popular?

Alexei is more popular, ranked #2778 compared to Mikhael at #2941 in the United States.

What do Alexei and Mikhael mean?

Alexei means "defender, helper of mankind" (Greek 'alexein' origin). Mikhael means "who is like God? (no one!)" (Hebrew origin).

Are Alexei and Mikhael boy or girl names?

Alexei is primarily a boy name. Mikhael is primarily a boy name.