Boy name
Aleks name meaning
“defender of people, protector of others”
Aleks is a masculine name of Greek origin meaning defender of people or protector of others. It is a short form of Aleksander or Alexander, derived from Alexandros. That Greek source combines elements meaning to defend and man, providing the meaning retained in Aleks.
What does Aleks mean?
Origin and cultural usage of Aleks
A short form of Aleksander or Alexander, from Greek Alexandros, combining elements meaning to defend and man.
Name combinations with Aleks
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Aleks, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Aleks: defender of people, protector of others
- Tirta: water; consecrated water
- Juniarto: associated with June
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Meaning of each word
- Aleks: defender of people, protector of others
- Mardiono: to cultivate, to strive for
- Hastomo: the eighth
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Aleks Hadiwibowo
Meaning of each word
- Aleks: defender of people, protector of others
- Hadiwibowo: excellent and authoritative
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Meaning of each word
- Madya: the middle, an intermediate level
- Aleks: defender of people, protector of others
- Sunoto: good ordering or arrangement
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Aleks Mandra
Meaning of each word
- Aleks: defender of people, protector of others
- Mandra: soft, low-toned
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Meaning of each word
- Aleks: defender of people, protector of others
- Swastono: healthy and well
- Mulya: noble, honored, highly valued
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How to pronounce Aleks
| Syllables | 2 · 5 letters · 5-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮃᮜᮨᮊ᮪ᮞ᮪ |
Is Aleks a boy’s name?
Yes, Aleks is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Aleks ranks #3,794 among boy names in our data sample (4 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Aleks
Names with related meanings
- Iskandar♂Defender of humankind
- Ferry♂Peaceful protector
- Satria♂Knight, noble warrior
- Alexander♂Defender of people, protector of others
- Sudirman♂Good and steadfast
- Andreas♂Manly, courageous
- Idrus♂Lion in traditional interpretation
- Andre♂Brave and manly
- Richard♂Brave ruler
- Fernando♂Bold in a journey
- Satrio♂Knight or noble warrior
- Ferdinand♂Bold in journeying
Famous people named Aleks
- Aleks Alim Rewos
- Aleks Olii · b. 1957
FAQ about the name Aleks
What is the meaning of Aleks?
Aleks means defender of people, protector of others. A short form of Aleksander or Alexander, from Greek Alexandros, combining elements meaning to defend and man.
Is Aleks a boy’s name?
Yes, Aleks is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Aleks?
Aleks is of Greek and European origin.
How many syllables does Aleks have?
Aleks has 2 syllables (A-leks) and 5 letters.
How popular is the name Aleks?
Aleks ranks #3,794 among boy names in our data sample (4 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Aleks?
Some ideas: Aleks Tirta Juniarto; Aleks Mardiono Hastomo; Aleks Hadiwibowo.
Famous people named Aleks?
Notable people named Aleks include Aleks Alim Rewos, Aleks Olii.
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