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Lex vs Arvin

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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Arvin

Boy #2,122 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"friend of the army, warrior's friend"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

American German Dutch

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,122
Total SSA Count
70
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lex Rank #2,214
Arvin Rank #2,122

Arvin is more popular, ranked #2122 vs #2214 for Lex.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lex or Arvin more popular?

Arvin is more popular, ranked #2122 compared to Lex at #2214 in the United States.

What do Lex and Arvin mean?

Lex means "defender of men (short for Alexander)" (Greek origin). Arvin means "friend of the army, warrior's friend" (Old High German origin).

Are Lex and Arvin boy or girl names?

Lex is primarily a boy name. Arvin is primarily a boy name.

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