Edward vs Alex

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edward

Boy #228 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"wealthy guardian"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Edward Rank #228

Alex Rank #205

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #228 for Edward.

Is Edward or Alex more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Edward at #228 in the United States.

What do Edward and Alex mean?

Edward means "wealthy guardian" (Old English origin). Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin).

Are Edward and Alex boy or girl names?

Edward is primarily a boy name. Alex is primarily a boy name.