Alek vs Ellison

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
Ellison Rank #2,058

Alek is more popular, ranked #1976 vs #2058 for Ellison.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alek or Ellison more popular?

Alek is more popular, ranked #1976 compared to Ellison at #2058 in the United States.

What do Alek and Ellison mean?

Alek means "defender of the people" (Ancient Greek origin). Ellison means "son of Ellis" (English origin).

Are Alek and Ellison boy or girl names?

Alek is primarily a boy name. Ellison is primarily a boy name.

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