Angel vs Alex

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Spanish Russian French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#205
Total SSA Count
1,722
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Angel Rank #63
Alex Rank #205

Angel is more popular, ranked #63 vs #205 for Alex.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Angel or Alex more popular?

Angel is more popular, ranked #63 compared to Alex at #205 in the United States.

What do Angel and Alex mean?

Angel means "messenger" (Greek origin). Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin).

Are Angel and Alex boy or girl names?

Angel is primarily a boy name. Alex is primarily a boy name.

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