Bodhe vs Alec

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bodhe

Boy #18,466 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"shelter, hut"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish Celtic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#18,466
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Alec

Boy #880 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Scottish American European

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#880
Total SSA Count
273
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

Popularity Comparison

Bodhe Rank #18,466
Alec Rank #880

Alec is more popular, ranked #880 vs #18466 for Bodhe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bodhe or Alec more popular?

Alec is more popular, ranked #880 compared to Bodhe at #18466 in the United States.

What do Bodhe and Alec mean?

Bodhe means "shelter, hut" (Scottish Gaelic origin). Alec means "defender of men" (Greek origin).

Are Bodhe and Alec boy or girl names?

Bodhe is primarily a boy name. Alec is primarily a boy name.

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