Alexis vs Cal

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alexis

Boy #485 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"defender, protector"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #671 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"bald (short for Calvin from Latin Calvinus)"

Origin: Latin

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Alexis Rank #485

Cal Rank #671

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 vs #671 for Cal.

Is Alexis or Cal more popular?

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 compared to Cal at #671 in the United States.

What do Alexis and Cal mean?

Alexis means "defender, protector" (Greek origin). Cal means "bald (short for Calvin from Latin Calvinus)" (Latin origin).

Are Alexis and Cal boy or girl names?

Alexis is primarily a boy name. Cal is primarily a boy name.