Alex vs Kohen

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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Alex Rank #205
Kohen Rank #320

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 vs #320 for Kohen.

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

Kohen ___

  • Kohen James
  • Kohen Alexander
  • Kohen Michael
  • Kohen Thomas
  • Kohen William
  • Kohen David

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Alex

Ryan Emma Sophie Natalie Jack

If you choose Kohen

Levi Asher Ezra Naomi Zoe

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alex or Kohen more popular?

Alex is more popular, ranked #205 compared to Kohen at #320 in the United States.

What do Alex and Kohen mean?

Alex means "defender of men" (Greek origin).

Are Alex and Kohen boy or girl names?

Alex is primarily a boy name. Kohen is primarily a boy name.

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