Holding steady, #8,910 for boys today.
Popularity of Aleki since 2006
Babies named Aleki per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 45 |
| 2020s | 51 |
Meaning & origin
Aleki is a rare and distinctive name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2006. It reached its peak popularity in 2019, though even then it remained extremely uncommon. As of 2025, it ranks 8910th nationally, with an incidence of only 1 in 213,510 male births. The name has remained stable in usage over the past decade, never breaking into the top 5000. Its Hawaiian roots give it a melodic, island feel, while its rarity makes it a unique choice for parents seeking an uncommon name. No specific U.S. states recorded notable usage of Aleki, indicating its appeal is diffuse rather than regionally concentrated.
Aleki is a rare given name of uncertain origin. It is most likely a Hawaiian adaptation of names like Alexi or Alexis, reflecting the influence of missionary contacts in the 19th century. In Polynesian naming traditions, such adaptations often altered sounds to fit local phonology. Aleki may also be a modern coinage blending popular sounds without direct historical roots.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ale, Ki, Lexi
Sibling names for Aleki
Names that share Aleki's style, for a brother or sister.
