Boys name · Washington
Alex in Washington
Alex was the 220th most popular boys name in Washington in 2025, with 36 babies named Alex that year. Since 1914, Washington families have named 5,350 babies Alex.
Popularity over time
Alex in Washington, year by year
| Year | Babies | State rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1914 | 5 | 162nd |
| 1933 | 6 | 177th |
| 1955 | 7 | 313th |
| 1969 | 12 | 256th |
| 1983 | 29 | 153rd |
| 1997 | 174 | 43rd |
| 2011 | 106 | 83rd |
| 2025 | 36 | 220th |
Its rank among boys names in Washington fell from 162nd in 1914 to 220th in 2025.
The most babies named Alex in Washington in a single year was 195, in 1998. Its best showing was 38th among boys names in 1996.
Across the country, Alex reached its best rank of 18th in South Dakota (1995). See Alex in every state →
How popular is Alex in Washington?
Alex was the 220th most popular boys name in Washington in 2025, with 36 babies named Alex that year. Since 1914, Washington families have named 5,350 babies Alex.
How many babies are named Alex in Washington?
In 2025, 36 babies were named Alex in Washington. The most babies named Alex in Washington in a single year was 195, in 1998.
What is the rank of Alex in Washington?
Alex ranked 220th among boys names in Washington in 2025. Its best showing was 38th among boys names in 1996.
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration, names by state of birth (public domain). Counts below 5 in a state-year are omitted by the SSA for privacy.