Alex Baughman

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alex Baughman — Greek
173K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alex Baughman is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Alex is a masculine given name of Greek origin. Alex is a unisex name, employed either as a hypocoristic or a standalone given name, derived from the Greek element ἀλέξειν (aléxein), meaning "to defend" or "to protect." Universally recognized as a diminutive for Alexander and Alexandra, Alex has, in contemporary usage, established itself as an independent given name for both males and females. Additionally, it is associated with Alexis. The surname Baughman: Deiton Baughman (born 1996), American tennis player Elise Baughman, American voice actress George F. Baughman (1915–2004), American university president and United States Naval Reserve officer J. Ross Baughman, American Pulitzer Prize winning photojournalist James L. Baughman (1952–2016), American journalism professor John Baughman (1941–2000), American murderer and suspected serial killer Justin Baughman (born 1974), American baseball player Mary Baughman (1874–1956), American physician, medical college professor Milo Baughman (1923–2003), American furniture designer R. Alex is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 173K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Alex reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Alex

Greek

Alex is a unisex name, employed either as a hypocoristic or a standalone given name, derived from the Greek element ἀλέξειν (aléxein), meaning "to defend" or "to protect." Universally recognized as a diminutive for Alexander and Alexandra, Alex has, in contemporary usage, established itself as an independent given name for both males and females. Additionally, it is associated with Alexis.

Surname: Baughman

English

Deiton Baughman (born 1996), American tennis player Elise Baughman, American voice actress George F. Baughman (1915–2004), American university president and United States Naval Reserve officer J. Ross Baughman, American Pulitzer Prize winning photojournalist James L. Baughman (1952–2016), American journalism professor John Baughman (1941–2000), American murderer and suspected serial killer Justin Baughman (born 1974), American baseball player Mary Baughman (1874–1956), American physician, medical college professor Milo Baughman (1923–2003), American furniture designer R.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Alex is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Alex by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Alex Baughman:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

8
Personality Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Alex?
The first name Alex originates from Greek. Alex is a unisex name, employed either as a hypocoristic or a standalone given name, derived from the Greek element ἀλέξειν (aléxein), meaning "to defend" or "to protect." Universally recognized as a diminutive for Alexander and Alexandra, Alex has, in contemporary usage, established itself as an independent given name for both males and females. Additionally, it is associated with Alexis.
When was Alex most popular?
The name Alex reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Baughman?
The surname Baughman originates from English. Deiton Baughman (born 1996), American tennis player Elise Baughman, American voice actress George F. Baughman (1915–2004), American university president and United States Naval Reserve officer J. Ross Baughman, American Pulitzer Prize winning photojournalist James L. Baughman (1952–2016), American journalism professor John Baughman (1941–2000), American murderer and suspected serial killer Justin Baughman (born 1974), American baseball player Mary Baughman (1874–1956), American physician, medical college professor Milo Baughman (1923–2003), American furniture designer R.
What are the origins of the name Alex Baughman?
The name Alex Baughman combines two different traditions: the first name Alex has Greek roots, while the surname Baughman originates from English.
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