Brayden 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

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Brayden Rank #190
Alex Rank #205

Brayden is more popular, ranked #190 vs #205 for Alex.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brayden or Alex more popular?

Brayden is more popular, ranked #190 compared to Alex at #205 in the United States.

What do Brayden and Alex mean?

Brayden means "descendant of Bradán (salmon)" (Irish origin). Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin).

Are Brayden and Alex boy or girl names?

Brayden is primarily a boy name. Alex is primarily a boy name.

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