Name Detail
Aleksei
Алексей
protector of men
Male
Russian
3 syllables
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Full Name Detail
Name
Aleksei
Origin
Russian
Gender
Male
Meaning
protector of men
Detailed Meaning
Aleksei carries the strong, dependable spirit of a guardian — someone who stands between harm and those he loves. Rooted in the Greek Alexios and carried through Russian tradition, it has been the name of saints, tsars, and everyday heroes alike. It speaks to a life of courage and service, the kind of person others instinctively turn to when they need protection or strength.
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Translations
russian
Алексей
Syllable Breakdown
1. a (prefix)
2. lek (middle)
3. sei (suffix)
This breakdown helps explain how the final name is built and why it sounds the way it does.
Aleksei Name Meaning and Style
Aleksei is a male name of Russian origin, meaning protector of men.
It appears in the Heroic Figures, Protection, Protective name collections and has 3 syllables. Browse the related Russian names below for alternatives with a similar background.
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