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Alexis vs Kane

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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Kane

Boy #432 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"battle, warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Welsh Hawaiian American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#432
Total SSA Count
731
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Alexis Rank #485
Kane Rank #432

Kane is more popular, ranked #432 vs #485 for Alexis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexis or Kane more popular?

Kane is more popular, ranked #432 compared to Alexis at #485 in the United States.

What do Alexis and Kane mean?

Alexis means "defender, protector" (Greek origin). Kane means "battle, warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Alexis and Kane boy or girl names?

Alexis is primarily a boy name. Kane is primarily a boy name.

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