Alex
girl name#2485 in 2025Alex entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #537 in 1995, ranks #2485 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
#2485
rank today
#537
peak (1995)
71
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3565 |
| 1920s | #3592 |
| 1930s | #3652 |
| 1940s | #3637 |
| 1950s | #4023 |
| 1960s | #3850 |
| 1970s | #3646 |
| 1980s | #1716 |
| 1990s | #658 |
| 2000s | #1106 |
| 2010s | #1394 |
| 2020s | #1831 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Alex has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 9,500 people named Alex are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Alex alive today was born around 1997, making them about 28 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Alex in 2025?
- Alex ranks #2485 among US girl names in 2025, with 71 babies given the name.
- When was the name Alex most popular?
- Alex peaked in 1995, reaching #537 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Alex with classmates?
- Alex will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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