Alec
girl nameAlec entered the US charts in 1984, peaked at #3087 in 1995, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1984–2025
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rank today
#3087
peak (1995)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #7712 |
| 1990s | #5011 |
| 2000s | #12345 |
| 2010s | #15662 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Alec are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Alec alive today was born around 1995, making them about 30 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Alec in 2025?
- Alec is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Alec most popular?
- Alec peaked in 1995, reaching #3087 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Alec with classmates?
- Alec will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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