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Alaster vs Colden

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
Colden Rank #6,077

Alaster is more popular, ranked #5903 vs #6077 for Colden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alaster or Colden more popular?

Alaster is more popular, ranked #5903 compared to Colden at #6077 in the United States.

What do Alaster and Colden mean?

Alaster means "defender of men, protector of mankind" (Greek via Scottish Gaelic origin). Colden means "charcoal hill" (Old English origin).

Are Alaster and Colden boy or girl names?

Alaster is primarily a boy name. Colden is primarily a boy name.

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