Definitions

1. noun

a short form of Alexander, or a masculine given name.

“Alec was a common nickname for Alexander in the 19th century.”

2. proper noun

Alec can be used as a surname or a place name.

“Alec, a small town in Australia, was named after its original settler.”

3. proper noun

Alec can be used as a stage name or pen name.

“The famous author Alec was known for his novels about historical events.”