About Alex
The name Alex is a shortened form of the name Alexander, which has Greek origins. It is derived from the Greek name "Alexandros," meaning "defender of men" or "protector of mankind." The name Alex carries connotations of strength, bravery, and leadership, reflecting its historical association with great conquerors and rulers. It is a popular name given to both males and females, symbolizing qualities of courage and protection.
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Most individuals with the name Alex are male.
The popularity of the name has increased by 2.49% over the past year.
Here's how to represent Alex in Braille, with each pattern of raised dots corresponding to a letter of the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Alex using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.