Hugo 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

Hugo Rank #405
Alex Rank #205

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #405 for Hugo.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hugo or Alex more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Hugo at #405 in the United States.

What do Hugo and Alex mean?

Hugo means "mind, spirit, heart" (Germanic origin). Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin).

Are Hugo and Alex boy or girl names?

Hugo is primarily a boy name. Alex is primarily a boy name.

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