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Lex vs Patton

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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Patton

Boy #2,307 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Patrick's town, fighter's settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Scottish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,307
Total SSA Count
61
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lex Rank #2,214
Patton Rank #2,307

Lex is more popular, ranked #2214 vs #2307 for Patton.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lex or Patton more popular?

Lex is more popular, ranked #2214 compared to Patton at #2307 in the United States.

What do Lex and Patton mean?

Lex means "defender of men (short for Alexander)" (Greek origin). Patton means "Patrick's town, fighter's settlement" (Old English origin).

Are Lex and Patton boy or girl names?

Lex is primarily a boy name. Patton is primarily a boy name.

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