Canon vs Lex

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Canon

Boy #1,929 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"rule, measuring rod"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #2,214 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"defender of men (short for Alexander)"

Origin: Greek

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Canon Rank #1,929

Lex Rank #2,214

Canon is more popular, ranked #1929 vs #2214 for Lex.

Is Canon or Lex more popular?

Canon is more popular, ranked #1929 compared to Lex at #2214 in the United States.

What do Canon and Lex mean?

Canon means "rule, measuring rod" (Greek origin). Lex means "defender of men (short for Alexander)" (Greek origin).

Are Canon and Lex boy or girl names?

Canon is primarily a boy name. Lex is primarily a boy name.