Defender of mankind
Aleka is a Greek diminutive form of Alexandra. It shares the same etymological roots, combining 'alexein' (to defend) and 'aner' (man), signifying a protector or guardian.
Less common today
Aleka isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #7,851 in 1996.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Former General Secretary of the Communist Party of Greece
Alternative folk/rock band formed by River Phoenix
