Alec vs Charlotte

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
Nicknames
Al

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Alec Rank #880
Charlotte Rank #4

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #880 for Alec.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alec ___

  • Alec James
  • Alec Thomas
  • Alec William
  • Alec Henry
  • Alec John
  • Alec Joseph

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Alec

Claire Sophie Max Oliver Nora

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alec or Charlotte more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Alec at #880 in the United States.

What do Alec and Charlotte mean?

Alec means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin).

Are Alec and Charlotte boy or girl names?

Alec is primarily a boy name. Charlotte is primarily a girl name.

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