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Lex vs Syre

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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Syre

Boy #2,231 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"victory"

Origin: Old Norse/Germanic

Cultural Roots

American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,231
Total SSA Count
65
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Lex Rank #2,214
Syre Rank #2,231

Lex is more popular, ranked #2214 vs #2231 for Syre.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lex or Syre more popular?

Lex is more popular, ranked #2214 compared to Syre at #2231 in the United States.

What do Lex and Syre mean?

Lex means "defender of men (short for Alexander)" (Greek origin). Syre means "victory" (Old Norse/Germanic origin).

Are Lex and Syre boy or girl names?

Lex is primarily a boy name. Syre is primarily a boy name.

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