Alec vs Avi

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alec

Boy #880 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #846 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"father figure, patriarch"

Origin: Hebrew

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Alec Rank #880

Avi Rank #846

Avi is more popular, ranked #846 vs #880 for Alec.

Is Alec or Avi more popular?

Avi is more popular, ranked #846 compared to Alec at #880 in the United States.

What do Alec and Avi mean?

Alec means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Avi means "father figure, patriarch" (Hebrew origin).

Are Alec and Avi boy or girl names?

Alec is primarily a boy name. Avi is primarily a boy name.