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Alaster vs Ansen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alaster

Boy #5,903 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of men, protector of mankind"

Origin: Greek via Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English Celtic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,903
Total SSA Count
16
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Alaster Rank #5,903
Ansen Rank #5,995

Alaster is more popular, ranked #5903 vs #5995 for Ansen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alaster or Ansen more popular?

Alaster is more popular, ranked #5903 compared to Ansen at #5995 in the United States.

What do Alaster and Ansen mean?

Alaster means "defender of men, protector of mankind" (Greek via Scottish Gaelic origin). Ansen means "son of Anne" (English origin).

Are Alaster and Ansen boy or girl names?

Alaster is primarily a boy name. Ansen is primarily a boy name.

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