| Gender | 🧑 Boy |
| Pronunciation | 📣 \a-lek\ |
| Number of People | 👶 4,000 |
| Rate in 2021 | 3290 |
| Numerology | 🔢 11 |
| Name origin | 🌍 Greek |
The name Alek stands for 'Defender of mankind'. It carries a powerful aura that signifies protection and strength. Those carrying this name are symbolized as protectors and caretakers, driven with a sense of responsibility and a protective spirit toward the collective good of mankind.
Alek, a derivative of the historic name Alexander, comes from Slavic and Macedonian origins. It carries the same root as Alexander derived from the Greek "Alexandros", combining the elements "alexein" meaning to ward off, defend, and "andros" or man, interpreted as Defender of Man. It has been borne by several historical figures, further ratifying its historical background.
Carrying global recognition, Alek enjoys popularity not only in Eastern Europe but also in the Western World. Famously borne by Alek Wek, a Sudanese Supermodel, and Alek Skarlatos, one of the heroes who stopped a gunman on a Paris-bound train, it also has a presence in the sports world. Those named Alek are often seen as dependable and strong, with a natural inclination towards leadership. Decidedly exotic in the English-speaking world, yet approachable, Alek is a name choice that melds the traditional with the contemporary, making its bearer stand out effortlessly.
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I am so surprised that this is such an uncommon name. My first son is named Kylan which I had never even heard of before, but is significantly more popular!
My son's name, he was born in 2013 - I named him Aleksander (I think that is the Russian or slavic way of spelling Alexander) because I like Alek better than Alex. Love the name - but most people call him Alex anyway until they see it written!
My name is actually Alekzander, but that name wasn't on'the'site, so I chose Alek. Most people call me Alek for 6 months, than all of a sudden call me Alek. I don't really go by Alekzander.