ALEK
The meaning of the unisex name Alek is DIMINUTIVE OF ALEXANDER: DEFENDER OF MEN
Details on ALEK:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Protector of mankind
- Popularity for Boy:
- 4,284th in the USA (top 15%)
- Popularity for Girl:
- 30,565th in the USA (bottom 45%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
79 births
ALEK as a BOY in 2024
5 births
ALEK as a GIRL in 2022
The meaning(s) of ALEK:
The name Alek is a Russian baby name. In Russian the meaning of the name Alek is: defender of mankind.
The name Alek is a Greek baby name. In Greek the meaning of the name Alek is: Defender of men; protector of mankind.
USA SSA birth(s) for ALEK:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name ALEK
ALEK as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 79 births |
| 2023 | 102 births |
| 2022 | 95 births |
| 2021 | 101 births |
| 2020 | 110 births |
| 2019 | 113 births |
| 2018 | 110 births |
| 2017 | 108 births |
| 2016 | 113 births |
| 2015 | 134 births |
| 2014 | 125 births |
| 2013 | 132 births |
| 2012 | 134 births |
| 2011 | 152 births |
| 2010 | 136 births |
| 2009 | 130 births |
ALEK as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2022 | 5 births |
| 2019 | 7 births |
| 2017 | 6 births |
| 2014 | 7 births |
| 2013 | 6 births |
| 2011 | 5 births |
| 2009 | 7 births |
| 2008 | 6 births |
| 2007 | 8 births |
| 2006 | 7 births |
| 2002 | 5 births |
| 1998 | 6 births |
| 1994 | 5 births |
| 1992 | 6 births |
About the name ALEK
Alek, a name steeped in history and charm, is a variant of Alexander, rooted in the ancient Greek word "alexein," meaning "to defend." This timeless moniker carries with it the powerful connotation of a protector or defender, making it a name filled with strength and courage. Popular across various cultures, Alek finds its home in Eastern European countries, notably Poland, Russia, and the Czech Republic, where it resonates with a sense of heritage and familial pride. In these rich geographical tapestries, Alek evokes images of vast landscapes and spirited traditions, embodying the resilience of its people. As a name, it suggests a harmonious blend of warmth and boldness, perfect for a child destined to forge their own path while standing tall for those they love. Whether in the bustling cities of Warsaw or the serene countryside of Slovakia, Alek is a name that carries with it a legacy of greatness and a promise of protection.
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