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Lex vs Koby

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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Koby

Boy #2,066 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Israeli

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,066
Total SSA Count
73
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lex Rank #2,214
Koby Rank #2,066

Koby is more popular, ranked #2066 vs #2214 for Lex.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lex or Koby more popular?

Koby is more popular, ranked #2066 compared to Lex at #2214 in the United States.

What do Lex and Koby mean?

Lex means "defender of men (short for Alexander)" (Greek origin). Koby means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Lex and Koby boy or girl names?

Lex is primarily a boy name. Koby is primarily a boy name.

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