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Lex vs Adin

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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Adin

Boy #2,049 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"slender, gentle, delicate"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish Hebrew American Turkish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,049
Total SSA Count
74
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lex Rank #2,214
Adin Rank #2,049

Adin is more popular, ranked #2049 vs #2214 for Lex.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lex or Adin more popular?

Adin is more popular, ranked #2049 compared to Lex at #2214 in the United States.

What do Lex and Adin mean?

Lex means "defender of men (short for Alexander)" (Greek origin). Adin means "slender, gentle, delicate" (Hebrew origin).

Are Lex and Adin boy or girl names?

Lex is primarily a boy name. Adin is primarily a boy name.

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