Alec vs Devon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alec

Boy #880 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #960 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"deep valley dwellers"

Origin: Celtic

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Alec Rank #880

Devon Rank #960

Alec is more popular, ranked #880 vs #960 for Devon.

Is Alec or Devon more popular?

Alec is more popular, ranked #880 compared to Devon at #960 in the United States.

What do Alec and Devon mean?

Alec means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Devon means "deep valley dwellers" (Celtic origin).

Are Alec and Devon boy or girl names?

Alec is primarily a boy name. Devon is primarily a boy name.