Alex vs Aubri

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
Nicknames
Al, Lex

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Aubri

Girl #2,187 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"elf ruler, supernatural power"

Origin: Old Germanic Alberic

Cultural Roots

English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,187
Total SSA Count
87
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Aubs, Bri

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Alex Rank #205
Aubri Rank #2,187

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #2187 for Aubri.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alex ___

  • Alex James
  • Alex Michael
  • Alex Thomas
  • Alex Ryan
  • Alex John
  • Alex William

Aubri ___

  • Aubri Rose
  • Aubri Grace
  • Aubri Jane
  • Aubri Marie
  • Aubri Kate
  • Aubri Leigh

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Alex

Ryan Emma Sophie Natalie Jack

If you choose Aubri

Vivienne Maeve Eloise Declan Emmett

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alex or Aubri more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Aubri at #2187 in the United States.

What do Alex and Aubri mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Aubri means "elf ruler, supernatural power" (Old Germanic Alberic origin).

Are Alex and Aubri boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Aubri is primarily a girl name.

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