Aleki, of Hawaiian origin, is a gender-neutral given name that translates to "patriot" or "protector." It gained popularity in the late 20th century and has since been used globally, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name Aleki is often associated with strength, loyalty, and devotion, reflecting its meanings. It consists of three syllables: A-le-ki, with the stress typically falling on the second syllable. There are no commonly recognized nicknames or variants for Aleki, but it may sometimes be spelled differently, such as Alekii or Aliki.
The name Aleki has had fluctuating popularity over the past two decades, with a notable peak of 14 births in 2019 and a recent high of 11 births in 2021. However, it seems to have been less popular in the years between these peaks, such as the single-digit birth figures from 2006 to 2015, and again in 2020 and 2023. Overall, there were a total of 85 births with the name Aleki recorded during this period.