Avery vs Alex

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Avery

Boy #259 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"ruler of the elves"

Origin: Anglo-Saxon/Norman

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Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Avery Rank #259

Alex Rank #205

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #259 for Avery.

Is Avery or Alex more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Avery at #259 in the United States.

What do Avery and Alex mean?

Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin). Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin).

Are Avery and Alex boy or girl names?

Avery is primarily a boy name. Alex is primarily a boy name.