Aleks
Meaning: Defender, helper
Origin: Italian
Gender: Boy
Rank in Finland: #916
Total: 129
History: The name Aleks has woven itself into the fabric of Finnish life. Though carried by 282 Finns, it offers a refreshing sense of individuality. For many Finns, it reflects the quiet bravery that defined Finland's Winter War generation.
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Every number here comes directly from Finland’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (2020) | #610 |
| Babies named Aleks in 2020 | 35 |
| Total recorded in Finland | 313 |
| Peak year | 2010 (66 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #287 |
| Years in records | 1900–2020 (11 years of data) |
Frequently asked about Aleks
What does the name Aleks mean?
Aleks means “Defender, helper” from Italian roots.
What is the origin of the name Aleks?
Aleks has Italian origin. The traditional meaning is “Defender, helper”.
How popular is Aleks in Finland?
Aleks ranked #610 in Finland in 2020 — given to 35 babies that year.
When was Aleks most popular?
Aleks peaked in 2010 with 66 babies registered that year in Finland.
Is Aleks a boy or girl name?
Aleks is predominantly a boys' name in Finland — over 90% of Alekss in registered births are male.
How long has Aleks been recorded in Finland?
Aleks appears in birth records in Finland across 11 years — from 1900 through 2020.