Alex vs Chris
Comparing Alex and Chris? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Alex ranks in the Top 500 tier and traces to Greek naming roots (meaning "Defending man"). Chris sits in the Top 500 tier with Greek origins (meaning "Follower of Christ").
Alex
- Meaning: Defending man
- Origin: Greek
- Popularity (2026): Top 500
- Full Alex name page
Chris
- Meaning: Follower of Christ
- Origin: Greek
- Popularity (2026): Top 500
- Full Chris name page
Which name is more popular: Alex or Chris?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Alex ranks higher (Top 500) than Chris (Top 500).