Alek vs Jarrett

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
Jarrett Rank #2,173

Alek is more popular, ranked #1976 vs #2173 for Jarrett.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alek or Jarrett more popular?

Alek is more popular, ranked #1976 compared to Jarrett at #2173 in the United States.

What do Alek and Jarrett mean?

Alek means "defender of the people" (Ancient Greek origin). Jarrett means "variant of Garrett/Gerald" (Germanic origin).

Are Alek and Jarrett boy or girl names?

Alek is primarily a boy name. Jarrett is primarily a boy name.

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