Alec vs Lyle

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alec

Boy #880 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

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Boy #1,021 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"the island, island dweller"

Origin: Norman French

Scottish American English

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Alec Rank #880

Lyle Rank #1,021

Alec is more popular, ranked #880 vs #1021 for Lyle.

Is Alec or Lyle more popular?

Alec is more popular, ranked #880 compared to Lyle at #1021 in the United States.

What do Alec and Lyle mean?

Alec means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Lyle means "the island, island dweller" (Norman French origin).

Are Alec and Lyle boy or girl names?

Alec is primarily a boy name. Lyle is primarily a boy name.