Alec vs Trey

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
Trey Rank #790

Trey is more popular, ranked #790 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

Trey ___

  • Trey James
  • Trey Michael
  • Trey Allen
  • Trey Davis
  • Trey Hunter
  • Trey William

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Alec

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If you choose Trey

Deuce Quinn Chase Blake Drew

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alec or Trey more popular?

Trey is more popular, ranked #790 compared to Alec at #880 in the United States.

What do Alec and Trey mean?

Alec means "defender of men" (Greek origin). Trey means "three, the third" (Old French origin).

Are Alec and Trey boy or girl names?

Alec is primarily a boy name. Trey is primarily a boy name.

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