Alek vs Mackenzie

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
Mackenzie Rank #1,867

Mackenzie is more popular, ranked #1867 vs #1976 for Alek.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alek or Mackenzie more popular?

Mackenzie is more popular, ranked #1867 compared to Alek at #1976 in the United States.

What do Alek and Mackenzie mean?

Alek means "defender of the people" (Ancient Greek origin). Mackenzie means "son of Kenneth / son of Coinneach" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Alek and Mackenzie boy or girl names?

Alek is primarily a boy name. Mackenzie is primarily a boy name.

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