Griffin vs Alex

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Spanish Russian French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#205
Total SSA Count
1,722
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Griffin Rank #223
Alex Rank #205

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #223 for Griffin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Griffin or Alex more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Griffin at #223 in the United States.

What do Griffin and Alex mean?

Griffin means "strong lord, powerful chief" (Welsh origin). Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin).

Are Griffin and Alex boy or girl names?

Griffin is primarily a boy name. Alex is primarily a boy name.

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