Bruce vs Alexis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bruce

Boy #540 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"from the brushwood thicket"

Origin: Norman French

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Boy #485 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"defender, protector"

Origin: Greek

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Bruce Rank #540

Alexis Rank #485

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 vs #540 for Bruce.

Is Bruce or Alexis more popular?

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 compared to Bruce at #540 in the United States.

What do Bruce and Alexis mean?

Bruce means "from the brushwood thicket" (Norman French origin). Alexis means "defender, protector" (Greek origin).

Are Bruce and Alexis boy or girl names?

Bruce is primarily a boy name. Alexis is primarily a boy name.