Alek vs Addison

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alek

Boy #1,976 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of the people"

Origin: Ancient Greek

Cultural Roots

Polish Russian Czech Slovak American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,976
Total SSA Count
79
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Alek Rank #1,976
Addison Rank #1,937

Addison is more popular, ranked #1937 vs #1976 for Alek.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alek or Addison more popular?

Addison is more popular, ranked #1937 compared to Alek at #1976 in the United States.

What do Alek and Addison mean?

Alek means "defender of the people" (Ancient Greek origin). Addison means "son of Adam" (Old English origin).

Are Alek and Addison boy or girl names?

Alek is primarily a boy name. Addison is primarily a boy name.

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