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Reeves vs Lex

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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Popularity Comparison

Reeves Rank #2,185
Lex Rank #2,214

Reeves is more popular, ranked #2185 vs #2214 for Lex.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Reeves or Lex more popular?

Reeves is more popular, ranked #2185 compared to Lex at #2214 in the United States.

What do Reeves and Lex mean?

Reeves means "son of the reeve, estate manager" (Old English origin). Lex means "defender of men (short for Alexander)" (Greek origin).

Are Reeves and Lex boy or girl names?

Reeves is primarily a boy name. Lex is primarily a boy name.

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