Alaster vs Heyden

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alaster

Boy #5,903 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"defender of men, protector of mankind"

Origin: Greek via Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish English Celtic

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Boy #5,788 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"heather-covered hill"

Origin: Old English

English American Australian

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Alaster Rank #5,903

Heyden Rank #5,788

Heyden is more popular, ranked #5788 vs #5903 for Alaster.

Is Alaster or Heyden more popular?

Heyden is more popular, ranked #5788 compared to Alaster at #5903 in the United States.

What do Alaster and Heyden mean?

Alaster means "defender of men, protector of mankind" (Greek via Scottish Gaelic origin). Heyden means "heather-covered hill" (Old English origin).

Are Alaster and Heyden boy or girl names?

Alaster is primarily a boy name. Heyden is primarily a boy name.