Eddie vs Alec

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Eddie

Boy #943 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy guardian, guardian of fortune"

Origin: Old English (via Edward)

Cultural Roots

English American Irish British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#943
Total SSA Count
243
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Eddie Rank #943
Alec Rank #880

Alec is more popular, ranked #880 vs #943 for Eddie.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eddie or Alec more popular?

Alec is more popular, ranked #880 compared to Eddie at #943 in the United States.

What do Eddie and Alec mean?

Eddie means "wealthy guardian, guardian of fortune" (Old English (via Edward) origin). Alec means "defender of men" (Greek origin).

Are Eddie and Alec boy or girl names?

Eddie is primarily a boy name. Alec is primarily a boy name.

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