Alexander vs John
Alexander
Gender: boy
Origin: Greek
Meaning: Defender of the people
Peak: 1993 (0.99%)
John
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is gracious
Peak: 1880 (8.15%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Alexander | John |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.18% | 8.15% |
| 1890 | 0.17% | 7.10% |
| 1900 | 0.16% | 6.06% |
| 1910 | 0.16% | 5.49% |
| 1920 | 0.13% | 5.17% |
| 1930 | 0.08% | 4.64% |
| 1940 | 0.06% | 4.62% |
| 1950 | 0.06% | 4.37% |
| 1960 | 0.06% | 3.51% |
| 1970 | 0.13% | 3.07% |
| 1980 | 0.18% | 1.90% |
| 1990 | 0.75% | 1.35% |
| 2000 | 0.83% | 0.96% |
FAQ
Is Alexander or John more popular?
John has historically been more popular. Alexander peaked in 1993 while John peaked in 1880.
What do Alexander and John mean?
Alexander means "Defender of the people" while John means "God is gracious".