Koa vs Alexis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Koa

Boy #292 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"warrior, brave one"

Origin: Hawaiian

Cultural Roots

Hawaiian American Pacific Islander

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#292
Total SSA Count
1,145
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

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

Koa Rank #292
Alexis Rank #485

Koa is more popular, ranked #292 vs #485 for Alexis.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Koa or Alexis more popular?

Koa is more popular, ranked #292 compared to Alexis at #485 in the United States.

What do Koa and Alexis mean?

Koa means "warrior, brave one" (Hawaiian origin). Alexis means "defender, protector" (Greek origin).

Are Koa and Alexis boy or girl names?

Koa is primarily a boy name. Alexis is primarily a boy name.

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