Aleks

Aleks is a shortened form of the Greek name Alexandros, composed of the elements alexein, meaning to defend, and aner, meaning man, together conveying the sense of defender of men. It functions as an independent given name as well as a familiar form across Slavic, Scandinavian, and Baltic cultures. Notable bearers include the Macedonian conqueror Alexander the Great, whose fame spread the name throughout Europe and beyond. Related forms include Alex, Aleksander, Aleksandr, and Aleksejs.