Alek vs Klay

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
Klay Rank #2,112

Alek is more popular, ranked #1976 vs #2112 for Klay.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alek or Klay more popular?

Alek is more popular, ranked #1976 compared to Klay at #2112 in the United States.

What do Alek and Klay mean?

Alek means "defender of the people" (Ancient Greek origin). Klay means "clay, mortal man" (Old English origin).

Are Alek and Klay boy or girl names?

Alek is primarily a boy name. Klay is primarily a boy name.

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