Declining since 2021, #5,399 for boys today.
Popularity of Alekai since 2009
Babies named Alekai per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 7 |
| 2010s | 62 |
| 2020s | 101 |
Meaning & origin
Alekai is a modern, uncommon name first recorded in U.S. data in 2009. Its peak year was 2021, and since then its usage has been on a gentle decline. As of 2025, it ranked 5399, with approximately 1 in every 100,475 boys receiving the name. The lack of early historical records suggests it is a contemporary creation, possibly inspired by Hawaiian or similar-sounding names. While it has yet to appear in any top states, its rare and distinctive sound may appeal to parents seeking a unique name.
Alekai is a name of uncertain origin, first recorded in the United States in 2009. It may be a modern coinage, perhaps influenced by the Hawaiian name Alekai, which can mean 'sea' or 'ocean'. Alternatively, it could be a creative respelling of names like Alexei or Elijah. Its usage is extremely rare, with no clear historical or cultural ties.
Sibling names for Alekai
Names that share Alekai's style, for a brother or sister.
