Aleck Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Aleck originates from the Greek name Alexandros, meaning 'defender of the people'. Its language path follows from Greek to Latin and then to English. Aleck embodies traits of strength and protection, but it does not have biblical relevance. The name saw a rise in popularity in the 19th century and is associated with notable figures in various fields.
The name Aleck is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Aleck has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Aleck' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1595th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3917th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3964th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7574th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5577th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3858th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5633rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Aleck' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aleck"
Pronunciation
/ˈælɛk/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Aleck is a diminutive form of Alexander, which derives from the Greek name Alexandros, meaning 'defender of the people'.
Meaning
Defender of the people
Language Evolution
Alexandros (Greek), Alexander (Latin), Aleck (English)
Historical Usage
Aleck gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 19th century as a variant of Alexander.
Variants & Derivatives
Alex, Al, Alexis
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aleck is seen as a classic name that conveys strength and protection, although it is less common than its variants.
Famous People
Aleck S. Smith (Scottish engineer), Aleck M. McDonald (Scottish footballer)
📊 Aleck Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 32 peak births in 1917
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in Pennsylvania
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aleck"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Aleck"
"Aleck" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1595th of 7545 | 353 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3917th of 6773 | 60 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3964th of 7552 | 72 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7574th of 10718 | 21 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 5577th of 16616 | 120 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3858th of 24088 | 376 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5633rd of 23106 | 191 |
Regional Popularity of "Aleck" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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66.64% 919th/1379 |
- | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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50.91% 3723rd/7313 |
51.03% 3808th/7463 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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74.46% 5080th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Aleck" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aleck"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aleck" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.