Kane vs Alexis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kane

Boy #432 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"battle, warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Welsh Hawaiian American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#432
Total SSA Count
731
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Alexis

Boy #485 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"defender, protector"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Russian American French Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#485
Total SSA Count
636
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Kane Rank #432
Alexis Rank #485

Kane is more popular, ranked #432 vs #485 for Alexis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kane or Alexis more popular?

Kane is more popular, ranked #432 compared to Alexis at #485 in the United States.

What do Kane and Alexis mean?

Kane means "battle, warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin). Alexis means "defender, protector" (Greek origin).

Are Kane and Alexis boy or girl names?

Kane is primarily a boy name. Alexis is primarily a boy name.

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