Maddox vs Alex

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alex

Boy #205 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Spanish Russian French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#205
Total SSA Count
1,722
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Maddox Rank #215
Alex Rank #205

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #215 for Maddox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maddox or Alex more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Maddox at #215 in the United States.

What do Maddox and Alex mean?

Maddox means "son of Madoc" (Welsh origin). Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin).

Are Maddox and Alex boy or girl names?

Maddox is primarily a boy name. Alex is primarily a boy name.

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