Bodhe vs Alex

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bodhe

Boy #18,466 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"shelter, hut"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish Celtic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#18,466
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Bodhe Rank #18,466
Alex Rank #205

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #18466 for Bodhe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bodhe or Alex more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Bodhe at #18466 in the United States.

What do Bodhe and Alex mean?

Bodhe means "shelter, hut" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin).

Are Bodhe and Alex boy or girl names?

Bodhe is primarily a boy name. Alex is primarily a boy name.

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