Aleka

Aleka is a Greek feminine name functioning as a diminutive of Alexandra, which derives from the ancient Greek elements alexein, meaning to defend or to protect, and aner, meaning man. The full form Alexandra was borne by numerous historical figures, including queens and saints across the Greek and Byzantine worlds. Aleka remains in use primarily in Greece and Cyprus as an affectionate short form. Related forms include Aleka's base name Alexandra, as well as other diminutives such as Alexa, Sandra, and Sasha.