boy name
Alex
Gender
Boy
Popularity
#232 · U.S. boys (2025)
Popularity of Alex in the US, 1880–2025
Alex first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1993, when 7,639 boys were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,515.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Alex a boy or a girl name?
Alex is most commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Alex?
In 2025, Alex ranked #232 among boys’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Alex most popular?
Alex was most popular in 1993, when about 7,639 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.