Alex

Name meaning, origin, pronunciation, and popularity rankings

Origin:English
Names Ending in XFour Letter NamesTwo Syllable Names
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How to pronounce the name Alex
Pronunciation guide for Alex
ARPA
AE1 L AH0 K S
IPA
ˈæləks

Pronunciation Breakdown

Detailed phonetic analysis of how to say Alex

Syllables (2)

AE1 L AH0 K S

Bold syllables indicate primary stress

Sound Breakdown

AE1
at (æ)
L
lee (l)
AH0
hut (ʌ)
K
key (k)
S
sea (s)

International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA)

ˈæləks

Standard international representation

Pronunciation Tips

• Alex has 2 syllables. Take your time with each part.

• Emphasize the syllable marked in bold for correct pronunciation.

Name Statistics
Key metrics and characteristics of Alex

Structure

Character Count
4
Syllable Count
2
Vowel Ratio
50%
Name Family
alex

Usability

Pronunciation Difficulty4/10

Moderate difficulty

International Friendliness10/10

Works well across languages

DNA profile of the name Alex
Unique character and personality of the name Alex

Name Personality

The Global
Global
Adaptable
Modern

Key Characteristics

Length
Short

Concise and memorable

Rhythm
Flowing

Balanced rhythm

Sound
Balanced

Mix of vowels and consonants

Ease
Moderate

May require practice

Global
Universal

Works across cultures

Heritage
alex

Part of this name family

Letter Frequency

a×1
l×1
e×1

Most frequent letters in Alex

Visual Pattern

Tall bars = vowels, Short bars = consonants

Name Statistics

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Syllables
2 syllables
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Ease of Pronunciation
Easy
4/10 difficulty
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International Friendliness
Excellent
10/10 global ease
Pronunciation Difficulty Comparison

How does Alex compare to the average name?

Alex4/10 😐
4.0
Average Name5.0/10
5.0

Alex is easier than average by 1.0 points.

Difficulty Scale:

Very Easy (0–2)
Easy (2–4)← Alex
Moderate (4–6)
Challenging (6–8)
Difficult (9–11)
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Name Family

Names related to Alex (root: alex)

Current Name

Alex

Related Names (15)

Short variations:

Alexa

Medium variations:

Alex-jay
Alex-lee
Alex-may
Alexader
Alexadra
Alexah
Alexan
Alexana

Long variations:

Alex-james
Alex-sophia
Alexa-abby
Alexa-mae
Alexa-rose
Alexamarie

Alex belongs to a family of 30 related names.Showing 15 most common variations.

What does the name Alex mean?
The meaning and origin of Alex
Various

Alex

English
name
//ˈæ.lɪks//

A unisex given name from Ancient Greek.

Etymology: Clipping of Alexander, from Ancient Greek Ἀλέξανδρος (Aléxandros) 'he who wards off men', i.e. protector, possibly of Hittite origin. Also from Alexius, from the same Ancient Greek first element, "helping, defending". These two origins of Alex are indistinguishable in most languages. The female name has the same root, a clipping of Alexandra or the female name Alexis, in some cases also a spelling variant of Alix.

French
name
//a.lɛks//

a male or female given name, equivalent to English Alex

Etymology: Short form of Alexandre and Alexis or Alexandra, ultimately from Ancient Greek.

German
name
//ˈalɛks//

a male given name, equivalent to English Alex

Dutch
name
//ˈaːlɛks//

a male given name

Etymology: Short form of Alexander.

Swedish
name

a male given name, equivalent to English Alex

Danish
name

a male given name, equivalent to English Alex

Finnish
name
//ˈɑleks//

a male given name of rare usage, variant of Aleksi

Etymology: Probably from Swedish Alex and/or English Alex.

Meaning Theme
The emotional tone and themes in Alex's meanings

Primary Theme

📖
Descriptive

Based on origin, place, or historical context

Theme Distribution

Descriptive
9
Name Numerology
Numerological analysis and letter patterns for Alex

Life Path Number

6
The Nurturer

Compassionate souls who find fulfillment in caring for others and creating harmony.

Caring
Responsible
Protective
Harmonious

Most Common Letters

a×1
l×1
e×1
x×1

Sound Composition

Vowels
2(50%)
Consonants
2(50%)

Consonant-heavy names tend to sound more crisp and strong

Numerology Breakdown

a1
l3
e5
x6

Each letter is assigned a number (1-9). These are added together and reduced to find your Life Path Number.

Notable People Named Alex
Famous individuals named Alex
👤

Alex Konanykhin

Entrepreneur and former banker

Born: 1966

👤

Alex Ferguson

Scottish association football manager and player (born 1941)

Born: 1941

👤

Alex Acker

American professional basketball player

Born: 1983

👤

Alex Hitzinger

German engineer

Born: 1971

👤

Alex Guerci

Italian footballer

Born: 1989

👤

Alex Homberger

Swiss rower (1912-2007)

Born: 1912

Where is Alex popular?
Countries where Alex ranks in the top baby names
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Ireland
#14
2019
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Spain
#23
2018
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Hungary
#37
2019
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Czechia
#41
2016
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Finland
#43
2010
🇮🇸
Iceland
#45
2011
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Romania
#45
2009
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Italy
#65
2018
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Slovenia
#65
2018
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Poland
#83
2019
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Switzerland
#89
2017
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Australia
#90
2013
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United Kingdom
#91
2018
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Portugal
#92
2016
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Belgium
#93
2018
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Sweden
#94
2015
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Canada
#96
2010
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New Zealand
#96
2018
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Chile
#98
2014
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Netherlands
#118
2019
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United States
#153
2018
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France
#200
2018
How popular is the name Alex?
Popularity rankings and trends for Alex around the world
Alex Popularity in United States
Historical ranking trend for boys named Alex

Lower rank numbers indicate higher popularity (e.g., #1 is most popular)

Alex Popularity in United States
Historical ranking trend for girls named Alex

Lower rank numbers indicate higher popularity (e.g., #1 is most popular)

Country Comparison
How Alex ranks across different countries

Showing top 10 countries by ranking (lower rank = more popular)

Parents who like Alex also like these names
Names similar to Alex in style, sound, and origin
AlexAlex-jamesAlex-jayAlex-leeAlex-mayAlex-sophiaAlexaAlexa-abbyAlexa-maeAlexa-roseAlexaderAlexadraAlexahAlexamarieAlexanAlexanaAlexandAlexandaAlexandarAlexandeAlexanderAlexander-ferbaAlexander-jamesAlexander-jayAlexander-johnAlexander-jordanAlexander-juniorAlexander-michaelAlexander-preslavAlexandera
What words rhyme with the name Alex?
Rhyming words for Alex
alexs

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Alex mean in English?
A unisex given name from Ancient Greek.
What does Alex mean in French?
a male or female given name, equivalent to English Alex
What does Alex mean in German?
a male given name, equivalent to English Alex
What does Alex mean in Dutch?
a male given name
What does Alex mean in Swedish?
a male given name, equivalent to English Alex
What does Alex mean in Danish?
a male given name, equivalent to English Alex
What does Alex mean in Finnish?
a male given name of rare usage, variant of Aleksi
How popular is Alex in Australia?
Alex is moderately popular in Australia as of 2013, ranking at #90. It ranks in the top 100 boys' names.
How popular is Alex in Belgium?
Alex is moderately popular in Belgium as of 2018, ranking at #93. It ranks in the top 100 boys' names.
How popular is Alex in Canada?
Alex is moderately popular in Canada as of 2010, ranking at #96. It ranks in the top 100 boys' names.
How popular is Alex in Chile?
Alex is moderately popular in Chile as of 2014, ranking at #98. It ranks in the top 100 boys' names.
How popular is Alex in Czechia?
Alex is quite popular in Czechia as of 2016, ranking at #41. It ranks in the top 50 boys' names.
How popular is Alex in Finland?
Alex is quite popular in Finland as of 2010, ranking at #43. It ranks in the top 50 boys' names.
How popular is Alex in France?
Alex is somewhat popular in France as of 2018, ranking at #200. It ranks in the top 200 boys' names.
How popular is Alex in Hungary?
Alex is quite popular in Hungary as of 2019, ranking at #37. It ranks in the top 50 boys' names.
How popular is Alex in Iceland?
Alex is quite popular in Iceland as of 2011, ranking at #45. It ranks in the top 50 boys' names.
How popular is Alex in Ireland?
Alex is very popular in Ireland as of 2019, ranking at #14. It ranks in the top 20 boys' names.
How popular is Alex in Italy?
Alex is moderately popular in Italy as of 2018, ranking at #65. It ranks in the top 100 boys' names.
How popular is Alex in Netherlands?
Alex is somewhat popular in Netherlands as of 2019, ranking at #118. It ranks in the top 200 boys' names.
How popular is Alex in New Zealand?
Alex is moderately popular in New Zealand as of 2018, ranking at #96. It ranks in the top 100 boys' names.
How popular is Alex in Poland?
Alex is moderately popular in Poland as of 2019, ranking at #83. It ranks in the top 100 boys' names.
How popular is Alex in Portugal?
Alex is moderately popular in Portugal as of 2016, ranking at #92. It ranks in the top 100 boys' names.
How popular is Alex in Romania?
Alex is quite popular in Romania as of 2009, ranking at #45. It ranks in the top 50 boys' names.
How popular is Alex in Slovenia?
Alex is moderately popular in Slovenia as of 2018, ranking at #65. It ranks in the top 100 boys' names.
How popular is Alex in Spain?
Alex is quite popular in Spain as of 2018, ranking at #23. It ranks in the top 50 boys' names.
How popular is Alex in Sweden?
Alex is moderately popular in Sweden as of 2015, ranking at #94. It ranks in the top 100 boys' names.
How popular is Alex in Switzerland?
Alex is moderately popular in Switzerland as of 2017, ranking at #89. It ranks in the top 100 boys' names.
How popular is Alex in United Kingdom?
Alex is moderately popular in United Kingdom as of 2018, ranking at #91. It ranks in the top 100 boys' names.
How popular is Alex in United States?
Alex is somewhat popular in United States as of 2018, ranking at #153. It ranks in the top 200 boys' names.
How do you pronounce Alex?
IPA: /ˈæləks/ ARPA: AE1 L AH0 K S This name has a moderate pronunciation difficulty.
How many syllables are in Alex?
Alex has 2 syllables.
Is Alex easy to pronounce?
Alex is relatively easy to pronounce for most English speakers. It doesn't contain uncommon sound combinations.
Is Alex easy to pronounce internationally?
Yes, Alex is extremely international-friendly (10/10). It uses sounds that are common across many languages and cultures, making it easy for people worldwide to pronounce.
Who are some famous people named Alex?
There are 100 notable people named Alex. This name has significant cultural presence and recognition.
What names are similar to Alex?
Names similar to Alex include: Alex-james, Alex-jay, Alex-lee, Alex-may, Alex-sophia. These names share similar sounds or roots.
Is Alex a good baby name?
Alex is a good baby name, particularly if you value names that are internationally friendly.
Is Alex a boy or girl name?
Alex can be used for any gender, though usage varies by culture and region. Check the rankings section to see gender distribution patterns.
How do you spell Alex?
The name is spelled A-l-e-x. Common spelling variations include: Alex-james, Alex-jay, Alex-lee.
What middle names go well with Alex?
Middle names that pair well with Alex include: Elizabeth, Alexander, Benjamin. Consider the flow and rhythm when saying the full name aloud. Names with different syllable counts often create a pleasant cadence.
What sibling names pair well with Alex?
Sibling names that pair well with Alex include: Alex-james, Alex-jay, Alex-lee, Alex-may. These names share similar origins, sounds, or cultural backgrounds, creating a cohesive family naming theme.
Will teachers be able to pronounce Alex?
Most teachers will be able to pronounce Alex correctly after hearing it once or twice. It's relatively phonetic and doesn't contain unusual sound combinations. You may need to provide pronunciation guidance at the start of each school year.
What culture is the name Alex from?
Alex has diverse cultural origins, with connections to Greek, English traditions. This multicultural heritage demonstrates how names transcend borders, being embraced by different societies and evolving across time. Each cultural influence adds depth and richness to the name's meaning and history.
Is Alex suitable for a professional career?
Alex works well professionally - it's internationally friendly for global careers. While name perception exists, professional success depends primarily on skills, work ethic, and personal qualities rather than name choice.
Is Alex a long or short name?
Alex is a short name with 4 letters (2 syllables). Short names are practical and easy to use in everyday contexts. They rarely need nicknames.
What are common misspellings of Alex?
Common spelling variations of Alex include: Alexa, Alexah, Alexan. Always verify the correct spelling with the parent.
What's the difference between Alex and Alex-james?
Alex and Alex-james are related names that share similar origins or sounds. Alex is spelled Alex while Alex-james is spelled Alex-james. The choice between them often comes down to personal preference, cultural background, or family tradition.