Jarrett vs Lex

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lex

Boy #2,214 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"defender of men (short for Alexander)"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English American Dutch European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,214
Total SSA Count
65
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Jarrett Rank #2,173
Lex Rank #2,214

Jarrett is more popular, ranked #2173 vs #2214 for Lex.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jarrett or Lex more popular?

Jarrett is more popular, ranked #2173 compared to Lex at #2214 in the United States.

What do Jarrett and Lex mean?

Jarrett means "variant of Garrett/Gerald" (Germanic origin). Lex means "defender of men (short for Alexander)" (Greek origin).

Are Jarrett and Lex boy or girl names?

Jarrett is primarily a boy name. Lex is primarily a boy name.

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