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Alaster vs Haden

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
Haden Rank #6,051

Alaster is more popular, ranked #5903 vs #6051 for Haden.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alaster or Haden more popular?

Alaster is more popular, ranked #5903 compared to Haden at #6051 in the United States.

What do Alaster and Haden mean?

Alaster means "defender of men, protector of mankind" (Greek via Scottish Gaelic origin). Haden means "hay valley" (Old English origin).

Are Alaster and Haden boy or girl names?

Alaster is primarily a boy name. Haden is primarily a boy name.

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