Alek
Meaning of Alek
The name Alek is a male name that originated from the Greek name Alexander, meaning "defender of men." It is a variant spelling of Alex or Alec. In American English and British English, it is pronounced as uh-LEK (/əˈlɛk/). The popularity of the name Alek has fluctuated over the years in the United States. In recent years, it has been ranked between 1500 and 1752 for newborn boys. Despite its variations in ranking, Alek remains a strong and timeless choice for parents seeking a unique yet familiar name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as uh-LEK (/əˈlɛk/)
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Notable People Named Alek
| Alek Skarlatos - Aleksander Reed Skarlatos is a former Army National Guard soldier who gained fame for helping stop a gunman on a Paris-bound train and received several prestigious awards for his bravery. |
| Alek Isaac Manoah is a professional baseball pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays, known for being an All-Star in 2022. |
| Alek Wek is a South Sudanese-British model and designer known for her influence on the perception of beauty in the fashion industry. |
| Alek Keshishian is an influential Armenian-American film director, writer, and producer, best known for directing the groundbreaking documentary Madonna: Truth or Dare. |
