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Alex

"Not available in SSA source data." — Catalan origin

BoyCatalan2 syllablesCurrent rank #205 (2024)

About Alex

Alex appears in U.S. Social Security baby-name records. Alex has Catalan origin. A standardized meaning is not consistently documented across public sources.

Quick Facts

GenderBoy
OriginCatalan
PronunciationAlex
Syllables2

Nicknames for Alex

Aly

Popularity in the U.S.

Alex ranks #205 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 1,722 births.. Parents often choose Alex for its clear pronunciation and classic style.

Current #2055Y -28%Peak 2015
1.5K2K2.5K3K151617181920212223242015: 3,105 births2016: 2,843 births2017: 2,598 births2018: 2,516 births2019: 2,389 births2020: 2,095 births2021: 1,965 births2022: 2,004 births2023: 1,814 births2024: 1,722 births

Alex had 1,722 births in 2024.

Middle Name Ideas

  • Alex James
  • Alex Alexander
  • Alex Reid

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Alex mean?

Alex means "Not available in SSA source data." and is commonly associated with Catalan roots.

Is Alex a popular baby name in the U.S.?

Yes. Alex ranks #205 in U.S. SSA 2024 boys data with 1,722 births..

How is Alex pronounced?

A common pronunciation is Alex.

What are common nicknames for Alex?

Popular nicknames include Aly.