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Alaster vs Kaston

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
Kaston Rank #5,765

Kaston is more popular, ranked #5765 vs #5903 for Alaster.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alaster or Kaston more popular?

Kaston is more popular, ranked #5765 compared to Alaster at #5903 in the United States.

What do Alaster and Kaston mean?

Alaster means "defender of men, protector of mankind" (Greek via Scottish Gaelic origin). Kaston means "from the castle town" (Old English origin).

Are Alaster and Kaston boy or girl names?

Alaster is primarily a boy name. Kaston is primarily a boy name.

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