Ricardo vs Alejandro

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ricardo

Boy #376 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"powerful ruler"

Origin: Germanic

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Boy #185 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"defender of the people"

Origin: Greek

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Ricardo Rank #376

Alejandro Rank #185

Alejandro is more popular, ranked #185 vs #376 for Ricardo.

Is Ricardo or Alejandro more popular?

Alejandro is more popular, ranked #185 compared to Ricardo at #376 in the United States.

What do Ricardo and Alejandro mean?

Ricardo means "powerful ruler" (Germanic origin). Alejandro means "defender of the people" (Greek origin).

Are Ricardo and Alejandro boy or girl names?

Ricardo is primarily a boy name. Alejandro is primarily a boy name.