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Alexis vs Johnathan

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

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Popularity Comparison

Alexis Rank #485
Johnathan Rank #518

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 vs #518 for Johnathan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexis or Johnathan more popular?

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 compared to Johnathan at #518 in the United States.

What do Alexis and Johnathan mean?

Alexis means "defender, protector" (Greek origin). Johnathan means "God has given" (Hebrew origin).

Are Alexis and Johnathan boy or girl names?

Alexis is primarily a boy name. Johnathan is primarily a boy name.

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