Name comparison
Alexander vs John
John is the more common of the two, with roughly 11.8x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Alexander | John |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 666,683 | 7,900,000 |
| Global rank | #51 | #4 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 12,000 | 1 in 1,013 |
| Origin | n/a | Hebrew |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.4%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 2 |
| U.S. bearers | 666,683 | 2,626,987 |
How they differ
John has approximately 7.9M living bearers compared to 667k for Alexander - a ratio of about 11.8x.
Alexander originates from unknown origins. John originates from Hebrew (Yochanan - 'graced by God').
Frequently asked questions
Is Alexander or John more popular?
John is more popular worldwide, with approximately 7,900,000 estimated living bearers compared to 666,683 for Alexander. That is roughly 11.8x more bearers of John.
What is the difference in origin between Alexander and John?
Alexander originates from unknown sources. John originates from Hebrew.
Are Alexander and John used for the same gender?
Both Alexander and John are predominantly used as male names.
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