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Johnathon 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

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Popularity Comparison

Johnathon Rank #2,079
Lex Rank #2,214

Johnathon is more popular, ranked #2079 vs #2214 for Lex.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Johnathon or Lex more popular?

Johnathon is more popular, ranked #2079 compared to Lex at #2214 in the United States.

What do Johnathon and Lex mean?

Johnathon means "God has given" (Hebrew origin). Lex means "defender of men (short for Alexander)" (Greek origin).

Are Johnathon and Lex boy or girl names?

Johnathon is primarily a boy name. Lex is primarily a boy name.

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