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Cason vs Alec

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Cason

Boy #859 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of the marsh dwellers"

Origin: English/Scottish (via Carson)

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#859
Total SSA Count
283
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

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Popularity Comparison

Cason Rank #859
Alec Rank #880

Cason is more popular, ranked #859 vs #880 for Alec.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cason or Alec more popular?

Cason is more popular, ranked #859 compared to Alec at #880 in the United States.

What do Cason and Alec mean?

Cason means "son of the marsh dwellers" (English/Scottish (via Carson) origin). Alec means "defender of men" (Greek origin).

Are Cason and Alec boy or girl names?

Cason is primarily a boy name. Alec is primarily a boy name.

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