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Ales

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Ales is a boy’s name of Greek origin, meaning “A short form of Alexander, a Greek name meaning 'defending warrior' or 'helper of mankind'.”, and peaked in popularity in 1987.

Letters4
Syllables1
OriginGreek

What Ales Means

A short form of Alexander, a Greek name meaning 'defending warrior' or 'helper of mankind'.

The Story of Ales

Consider a name that resonates with ancient strength, a name historically tied to the idea of protection.

Ales is a concise form of the Greek name Alexander, which has a storied past stretching back to ancient Greece. Alexander the Great famously carried this name across vast empires.

This name is for your son, a protector at heart, someone who naturally looks out for others. You imagine him possessing a brave spirit, ready to stand up for what is right and assist those in need.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Personality Traits

BraveProtectiveHelpful

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Peak Year

#7 in 1987

Total Births

7

First Recorded

1987

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