Alec vs Mccoy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alec

Boy #880 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#880
Total SSA Count
273
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Mccoy

Boy #911 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Aodh (fire)"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

American Irish Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#911
Total SSA Count
256
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Alec Rank #880
Mccoy Rank #911

Alec is more popular, ranked #880 vs #911 for Mccoy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alec or Mccoy more popular?

Alec is more popular, ranked #880 compared to Mccoy at #911 in the United States.

What do Alec and Mccoy mean?

Alec means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Mccoy means "son of Aodh (fire)" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are Alec and Mccoy boy or girl names?

Alec is primarily a boy name. Mccoy is primarily a boy name.

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