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Thiago 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

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Thiago Rank #55
Alex Rank #205

Thiago is more popular, ranked #55 vs #205 for Alex.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Thiago or Alex more popular?

Thiago is more popular, ranked #55 compared to Alex at #205 in the United States.

What do Thiago and Alex mean?

Thiago means "supplanter" (Hebrew origin). Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin).

Are Thiago and Alex boy or girl names?

Thiago is primarily a boy name. Alex is primarily a boy name.

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