Alexandra vs Gemma

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alexandra

Girl #221 Most Popular 4 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of the people"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Greek Russian Spanish German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#221
Total SSA Count
1,387
Syllables
4
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Alex, Lexi, Alexa

Playground Safety Score

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Gemma

Girl #203 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gem, precious stone"

Origin: Latin/Italian

Cultural Roots

English Italian Scottish Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#203
Total SSA Count
1,514
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gem

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Alexandra Rank #221
Gemma Rank #203

Gemma is more popular, ranked #203 vs #221 for Alexandra.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alexandra ___

  • Alexandra Rose
  • Alexandra Grace
  • Alexandra Jane
  • Alexandra Marie
  • Alexandra Kate
  • Alexandra Claire

Gemma ___

  • Gemma Rose
  • Gemma Jane
  • Gemma Louise
  • Gemma Claire
  • Gemma Elise
  • Gemma Kate

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Alexandra

Nicholas Sebastian Isabella Anastasia Victoria

If you choose Gemma

Violet Cleo Flora Oscar Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexandra or Gemma more popular?

Gemma is more popular, ranked #203 compared to Alexandra at #221 in the United States.

What do Alexandra and Gemma mean?

Alexandra means "defender of the people" (Greek origin). Gemma means "gem, precious stone" (Latin/Italian origin).

Are Alexandra and Gemma boy or girl names?

Alexandra is primarily a girl name. Gemma is primarily a girl name.

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