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George vs Xander

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

George

Boy #123 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"farmer, earthworker"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek German Russian Spanish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#123
Total SSA Count
2,890
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

George Rank #123
Xander Rank #216

George is more popular, ranked #123 vs #216 for Xander.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is George or Xander more popular?

George is more popular, ranked #123 compared to Xander at #216 in the United States.

What do George and Xander mean?

George means "farmer, earthworker" (Greek origin). Xander means "defender of the people" (Greek origin).

Are George and Xander boy or girl names?

George is primarily a boy name. Xander is primarily a boy name.

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