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