Alek Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Alek is a Slavic name derived from 'Alexei,' which comes from Greek, meaning 'defender' or 'helper.' It has evolved through various languages and has traits associated with strength and reliability. The name does not have a biblical background and gained popularity in Eastern Europe in the 19th century. Today, it is viewed as a modern name with several variants.
The name Alek is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Alek has been stalled for male in MidWest, 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 MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Alek' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5519th out of 7545 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6632nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1424th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1167th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1551st out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 22630th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 19262nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18713th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Alek' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Alek"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːlɛk/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
Alek is derived from the Slavic name 'Alexei,' which itself comes from the Greek name 'Alexios,' meaning 'defender' or 'helper.'
Meaning
defender, helper
Language Evolution
Alexius (Latin), Alexios (Greek), Aleksey (Russian), Alek (modern variant)
Historical Usage
The name Alek gained popularity in Eastern European countries, particularly in Russia, during the 19th century and has become more widely recognized in various cultures over time.
Variants & Derivatives
Alex, Alexei, Aleksey, Aleksej
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Alek is perceived as a modern and trendy name, often associated with strength and reliability.
Famous People
Alek Wek (model and author), Alek Skarlatos (politician and author), Aleksey Navalny (political activist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Alek"
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 "Alek"
"Alek" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5519th of 7545 | 22 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 6632nd of 10718 | 32 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1424th of 16616 | 927 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1167th of 24088 | 2,210 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1551st of 23106 | 1,322 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 22630th of 27321 | 11 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 19262nd of 35406 | 44 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 18713th of 30306 | 31 |
Regional Popularity of "Alek" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
29.93% 1103rd/3685 |
43.75% 1958th/4475 |
34.06% 1769th/5194 |
23.44% 1481st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
27.13% 1243rd/4582 |
36.27% 1873rd/5164 |
18.05% 1320th/7313 |
12.57% 938th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
48.52% 1933rd/3984 |
49.05% 2201st/4487 |
22.00% 1501st/6822 |
18.18% 1141st/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Alek" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 "Alek"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Alek" 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.