The name Aleck is of Scottish origin and it is a variant form of the name Alexander. It means "defending men" or "helper of mankind." The name has been used throughout history, with notable figures including Aleck Chew, an Australian rules footballer, and Aleck Bourne, a British actor.
Aleck was born in Scotland and gained popularity during the Middle Ages. It was brought to England by the Normans after the Norman Conquest in 1066. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, such as Alec, Alex, Alexander, and even Alistair. However, it is not commonly used today.
Despite its rarity, Aleck remains a unique and historic name with deep roots in Scottish culture and history. It is often associated with strength, leadership, and courage due to its meaning and historical usage. While the name may not be as popular today, those who bear it carry on a rich tradition of Scottish pride and heritage.
The name Aleck has had varying popularity over the years in the United States. According to the available data, there were 5 births in 1884 and another 5 births in 1910, indicating that the name was already being used at least occasionally during these periods.
From 1912 onwards, we start seeing a more consistent record of births with this name. There were 14 births in 1912 and then a steady increase over the next few years, peaking at 32 births in 1917. This trend continued until 1926, with yearly birth counts ranging from 19 to 27.
However, after 1926, there was a noticeable decline in the popularity of the name Aleck. The number of births dropped significantly, with only 16 births recorded in 1927 and continuing to decrease until it reached single digits in 1929 with just 9 births.
This trend of low popularity persisted for several decades, with the number of births rarely exceeding double digits. There was a brief increase in the mid-1980s and early 1990s, with 9 births in 1987, 16 births in 1993, and 25 births in 1997.
However, since the late 1990s, there has been a resurgence in the popularity of the name Aleck. There were 31 births in 2001, followed by another peak of 31 births in both 2006 and 2007. Although it has since decreased slightly, the number of births has remained relatively consistent, with around 15-25 births per year between 2010 and 2022.
In total, there have been 1215 births with the name Aleck recorded in the United States since 1884.