Alec
Alec is a boy name of Greek, via Scottish origin, meaning “Defender of the people”.
| Meaning | Defender of the people |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Greek, via Scottish |
| Pronunciation | AL-ik |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic, Christian |
| Used in | United States, England, Scotland, Canada |
Meaning and origin of Alec
Alec is a short form of Alexander, first common in Scotland. Alexander comes from the Greek alexein, 'to defend', and aner, 'man', so it means 'defender of men' or 'of the people'. Alec became a name in its own right in the nineteenth century. Notable bearers include the actors Alec Guinness and Alec Baldwin. In Scotland the variant Alick was also once common.
Is Alec a religious name?
Like Alexander, Alec is used in Christian families and recalls several saints of that name, but it has no specific religious meaning itself.
How popular is Alec?
Moderately used in English-speaking countries.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Alec mean?
Alec means 'Defender of the people'. It is of Greek, via Scottish origin.
Does Alec have a religious meaning?
Like Alexander, Alec is used in Christian families and recalls several saints of that name, but it has no specific religious meaning itself.
How do you pronounce Alec?
Alec is pronounced AL-ik.
Is Alec a boy or girl name?
Alec is usually a boy name.