Alec vs Larry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alec

Boy #880 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #1,070 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"crowned with laurels, victorious"

Origin: Latin

American British Irish Australian

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Alec Rank #880

Larry Rank #1,070

Alec is more popular, ranked #880 vs #1070 for Larry.

Is Alec or Larry more popular?

Alec is more popular, ranked #880 compared to Larry at #1070 in the United States.

What do Alec and Larry mean?

Alec means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Larry means "crowned with laurels, victorious" (Latin origin).

Are Alec and Larry boy or girl names?

Alec is primarily a boy name. Larry is primarily a boy name.