Alexis vs Raul

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alexis

Boy #485 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"defender, protector"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek Russian American French Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#485
Total SSA Count
636
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Alex, Lex

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Raul

Boy #610 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wolf counsel, wise advisor"

Origin: Old Norse via Spanish

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American Portuguese French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#610
Total SSA Count
466
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rau, Raulito

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Popularity Comparison

Alexis Rank #485
Raul Rank #610

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 vs #610 for Raul.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alexis ___

  • Alexis James
  • Alexis Marcus
  • Alexis William
  • Alexis Demetrius
  • Alexis Constantine
  • Alexis Rafael

Raul ___

  • Raul Antonio
  • Raul Eduardo
  • Raul Miguel
  • Raul Hernández
  • Raul Gabriel
  • Raul Alejandro

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Alexis

Demetria Nikolai Anastasia Mikhail Nadia

If you choose Raul

Isabel Carmen Valentina Santiago Andrés

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alexis or Raul more popular?

Alexis is more popular, ranked #485 compared to Raul at #610 in the United States.

What do Alexis and Raul mean?

Alexis means "defender, protector" (Greek origin). Raul means "wolf counsel, wise advisor" (Old Norse via Spanish origin).

Are Alexis and Raul boy or girl names?

Alexis is primarily a boy name. Raul is primarily a boy name.

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