Tatum vs Alexander

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tatum

Boy #195 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"cheerful settlement"

Origin: Old English

American English

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Boy #27 Most Popular 4 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek alexein and aner

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Tatum Rank #195

Alexander Rank #27

Alexander is more popular, ranked #27 vs #195 for Tatum.

Is Tatum or Alexander more popular?

Alexander is more popular, ranked #27 compared to Tatum at #195 in the United States.

What do Tatum and Alexander mean?

Tatum means "cheerful settlement" (Old English origin). Alexander means "defender of men" (Greek alexein and aner origin).

Are Tatum and Alexander boy or girl names?

Tatum is primarily a boy name. Alexander is primarily a boy name.