Names like Alex
If Alex is on your list, these boy names have the same feel, from Greek classics to names with a similar sound. Alex has held fairly steady in popularity, so the list favours names with a similar, steady curve.
Top matches: Andres, Steven, Jason and Andy.
24 boy names like Alex
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- Andres#200The name Andres means "manly" or "brave." It comes from a Greek word related to "man."Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Steven#271Steven means "crown" or "wreath." It comes from the Greek word for garland, which was…Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Jason#165Jason means "healer".Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Andy#565It means "manly" or "brave." It's a common short form of the name Andrew.Also Greek2 syllables
- Andre#368The name Andre means "manly" or "brave." It suggests strength and courage.Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Peter#187Peter means "rock" or "stone."Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Alejandro#195This name means 'defender of mankind' or 'protector of people.' It suggests someone who…Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Hector#409Hector means "steadfast." It can also mean "defending" or "holding fast."Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Timothy#203It means "honoring God" or "God's honor."Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Damien#352This name comes from a Greek word meaning 'to tame' or 'to subdue'.Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Jorge#323Jorge means "farmer" or "earth-worker."Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Philip#528Philip means "lover of horses." It comes from the Greek words "philos" (loving) and…Also Greek2 syllables
- Nicolas#177Nicolas means "victory of the people." It comes from the Greek words "nike" (victory)…Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Dennis#707This name means 'devotee of Dionysus,' referring to the Greek god of wine and revelry.Also Greek2 syllables
- Angel#67Angel means "messenger." It comes from a Greek word describing someone who delivers…Also Greek2 syllables
- Esteban#461It means 'crown' or 'garland,' often symbolizing victory or honor.Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- Damon#501It comes from a Greek word meaning 'to tame' or 'to overpower.' The name is also…Also Greek2 syllables
- Nicholas#112Nicholas means "victory of the people." It comes from the Greek words "nike" (victory)…Also Greek
- Drew#553It means 'manly' or 'brave'.Also Greek
- Gregory#593Gregory means "watchful" or "vigilant."Also Greek
- Chris#646The name Chris is a shortened form of Christopher, meaning 'bearer of Christ'.Also Greek
- JeromeJerome means "sacred name." It comes from the Greek name Hieronymos.Also Greek2 syllables
- DeonThe name means 'follower of Dionysus,' who was the Greek god of wine, revelry, and…Also Greek2 syllables
- Dorian#539The name means 'from Doris' or 'of the Dorians,' referring to an ancient Greek tribe.Also Greek
Girl names like Alex
Alex is also used for girls.
- KatyKaty is a short form of Katherine, meaning "pure."Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- NikkiNikki is usually a short form of the name Nicole, which means "victory of the people."Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- JenaJena is often considered a short form of Jennifer.Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- KristineKristine means "follower of Christ" or "anointed."Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- NicholeNichole means "victory of the people." It's a feminine form of Nicholas.Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- SandySandy is often a short form of Alexandra or Cassandra.Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- KatlynKatlyn is a variation of Katherine, which means "pure."Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- TinaTina is often a short form of names ending in "-tina", like Christina or Martina.Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- StaceyIt means "resurrection" or "to stand up again."Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- AllyssaThis name is a variation of the Greek name 'Alyssos,' which means 'rational' or 'wise.'…Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- CassieCassie is a nickname often derived from Cassandra.Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
- KathyKathy is a short form of Katherine, meaning "pure".Also GreekSimilar popularity curve
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- What names are similar to Alex?
- Names with a similar style to Alex include Andres, Steven, Jason, Andy, Andre and Peter.
- How are these names matched to Alex?
- Each name is compared with Alex on how its US popularity has moved since 2000, how popular it is today, where it comes from, and how it sounds: its ending, number of syllables and first letter. Alex has held fairly steady in popularity, so the list favours names with a similar, steady curve.
- What other Greek names are like Alex?
- Andres, Steven, Jason, Andy and Andre share Alex's Greek roots.