Back to Baby Names

Alaster vs Mathius

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

Similar Names

Popularity Comparison

Alaster Rank #5,903
Mathius Rank #5,888

Mathius is more popular, ranked #5888 vs #5903 for Alaster.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alaster or Mathius more popular?

Mathius is more popular, ranked #5888 compared to Alaster at #5903 in the United States.

What do Alaster and Mathius mean?

Alaster means "defender of men, protector of mankind" (Greek via Scottish Gaelic origin). Mathius means "gift of God" (Hebrew origin).

Are Alaster and Mathius boy or girl names?

Alaster is primarily a boy name. Mathius is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons