Alexis vs Jayson

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alexis

Boy #485 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"defender, protector"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Russian American French Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#485
Total SSA Count
636
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Alexis Rank #485
Jayson Rank #623

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 vs #623 for Jayson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexis or Jayson more popular?

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 compared to Jayson at #623 in the United States.

What do Alexis and Jayson mean?

Alexis means "defender, protector" (Greek origin). Jayson means "to heal (from iasthai)" (Greek origin).

Are Alexis and Jayson boy or girl names?

Alexis is primarily a boy name. Jayson is primarily a boy name.

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