Greek unisex name
Alex Name Meaning, Origin & Pronunciation
Alex means defender of men. A short form of Alexander or Alexandra, from Greek alexein and aner, meaning defender of men.
Alex is a short form of Alexander, Alexandra and related names, all from the Greek alexein, to defend, and aner, man, so it means defender of men. Alexander the Great spread the name across the ancient world, and it has been popular ever since. Alex works for boys and girls and is easy to pronounce in any language. It is a practical, friendly choice that leaves room for a longer name on the birth certificate.
Computer-generated voice, as a guide to pronunciation.
How to pronounce Alex
AL·eks
Alex has 2 syllables. The stress falls on the first syllable (shown in bold). Say it as written in the respelling, with each capitalised part spoken a little louder.
Variants of Alex
AlexanderAlexandraAlexisLexXander
A well-known Alex
Alex Ferguson.
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Alex mean?
Alex means "defender of men". A short form of Alexander or Alexandra, from Greek alexein and aner, meaning defender of men.
How do you pronounce Alex?
Alex is pronounced AL-eks.
What is the origin of Alex?
Alex is a Greek unisex name.
How many syllables are in Alex?
Alex has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first one.
What are other spellings of Alex?
Other spellings and forms include Alexander, Alexandra, Alexis, Lex, Xander.