Alec vs Otis

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

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Otis

Boy #733 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealth, fortune"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Germanic English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#733
Total SSA Count
358
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Alec Rank #880
Otis Rank #733

Otis is more popular, ranked #733 vs #880 for Alec.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alec or Otis more popular?

Otis is more popular, ranked #733 compared to Alec at #880 in the United States.

What do Alec and Otis mean?

Alec means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Otis means "wealth, fortune" (Germanic origin).

Are Alec and Otis boy or girl names?

Alec is primarily a boy name. Otis is primarily a boy name.

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