Alec

Boy's name

Alec is a short form of the name Alexander, which is of Greek origin. It means "defender of the people."

Meaning Defender of Man
Origin Greek
U.S. births in 2023 273 Falling
Peak year 1995

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Alec Baldwin - Actor, comedian, and producer.
  • Alec Guinness - Actor known for "Star Wars" role.
  • Alec Soth - Photographer known for documentary-style work.
  • Alec Issigonis - Car designer, creator of the Mini.
  • Alec Stewart - Former English cricketer and commentator.
  • Alec Douglas-Home - Former UK Prime Minister.
  • Alec Jeffreys - Geneticist, inventor of DNA fingerprinting.
  • Alec Ogletree - NFL linebacker for various teams.
  • Alec Benjamin - Singer-songwriter known for folk-pop music.
  • Alec Martinez - NHL defenseman, two-time Stanley Cup champion.

Brothers for Alec

Boy names closely related to Alec

Ares Andre Elias Victor Dorian Adrian Izaiah Isaiah

Sisters for Alec

Girl names closely related to Alec

Aleah Elena Aliyah Leilani Aaliyah Destiny Jessie Alicia

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Alec

Alejandra Alejandro Alek Alessandra Alessandro Alex Alexa Alexander

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