Boy Name

Alaster

"Defender of men. A strong, protective name with classical roots."

Ranked #5656 for boys

About the Name Alaster

Meaning

Defender of men. A strong, protective name with classical roots.

Origin

Scottish/Greek

Gender

Boy

First Letter

Boy Rank

#5656

Alaster is a boy name of Scottish/Greek origin. The name means "Defender of men. A strong, protective name with classical roots." and Currently ranked #5656 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with A or explore other Scottish/Greek names.

Popularity Over Time

1950

1960

1970

1980

1990

#22

2000

#49

2010

#49

2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Alaster

AC Alastair Campbell (political advisor)
AC Alastair Cook (cricketer)

Names Similar to Alaster

Alastair

Boy

Defender of men; Scottish Gaelic form of Alexander

Scottish Gaelic; Greek #2364

Alexander

Boy

Defender of men or protector of men. Symbolizes courage and protection.

Greek #27

Alaric

Boy

Great ruler or all-ruler. From Germanic ala (all) and ric (ruler), symbolizing authority.

Germanic #1109

Quick Facts

Syllables: 3
Letters: 7
Starts with: A
Origin: Scottish/Greek