Alexis vs Shepherd

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
Shepherd Rank #311

Shepherd is more popular, ranked #311 vs #485 for Alexis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexis or Shepherd more popular?

Shepherd is more popular, ranked #311 compared to Alexis at #485 in the United States.

What do Alexis and Shepherd mean?

Alexis means "defender, protector" (Greek origin).

Are Alexis and Shepherd boy or girl names?

Alexis is primarily a boy name. Shepherd is primarily a boy name.

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