Alec
Alec: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈælɪk/
Meaning and origin of Alec
- A diminutive of the male given name Alexander, from Ancient Greek, of Scottish origin.
Etymology
Clipping of Alexander.
How popular is Alec?
Since 1880, 337 girls and 55,152 boys in the U.S. have been named Alec (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3090 in 1995. Its highest rank for boys was #109 in 1994. In 2025 it ranked #977 for boys, with 234 babies given the name.
Names similar to Alec
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Sibling name ideas for Alec
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Alec FAQ
What does the name Alec mean?
A diminutive of the male given name Alexander, from Ancient Greek, of Scottish origin. Clipping of Alexander.
How popular is the name Alec?
Since 1880, 337 girls and 55,152 boys in the U.S. have been named Alec (1% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #3090 in 1995. Its highest rank for boys was #109 in 1994. In 2025 it ranked #977 for boys, with 234 babies given the name.
Is Alec a boy or girl name?
Alec is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 337 girls and 55,152 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.