Alek
AH-lek
Popularity
#1964
Letters
4
Syllables
2
Origin
Greek
Total Births
4,599
Peak Year
#162 in 2007
First Recorded
1916
Style
Strong & Bold
Spelling
Easy to spell
What It Means
Alek is a short form of Alexander, a Greek name meaning "defending warrior."
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