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Bronson vs Alec

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

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Popularity Comparison

Bronson Rank #1,038
Alec Rank #880

Alec is more popular, ranked #880 vs #1038 for Bronson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bronson or Alec more popular?

Alec is more popular, ranked #880 compared to Bronson at #1038 in the United States.

What do Bronson and Alec mean?

Bronson means "son of the brown-haired one" (Old English origin). Alec means "defender of men" (Greek origin).

Are Bronson and Alec boy or girl names?

Bronson is primarily a boy name. Alec is primarily a boy name.

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