Alec vs Cason

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alec

Boy #880 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #859 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"son of the marsh dwellers"

Origin: English/Scottish (via Carson)

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Alec Rank #880

Cason Rank #859

Cason is more popular, ranked #859 vs #880 for Alec.

Is Alec or Cason more popular?

Cason is more popular, ranked #859 compared to Alec at #880 in the United States.

What do Alec and Cason mean?

Alec means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Cason means "son of the marsh dwellers" (English/Scottish (via Carson) origin).

Are Alec and Cason boy or girl names?

Alec is primarily a boy name. Cason is primarily a boy name.