Edward vs Alejandro

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edward

Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #185 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"defender of the people"

Origin: Greek

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Edward Rank #228

Alejandro Rank #185

Alejandro is more popular, ranked #185 vs #228 for Edward.

Is Edward or Alejandro more popular?

Alejandro is more popular, ranked #185 compared to Edward at #228 in the United States.

What do Edward and Alejandro mean?

Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin). Alejandro means "defender of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Edward and Alejandro boy or girl names?

Edward is primarily a boy name. Alejandro is primarily a boy name.