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Alistar vs Garth

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alistar

Boy #5,272 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of men"

Origin: Greek via Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,272
Total SSA Count
18
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Alistar Rank #5,272
Garth Rank #5,248

Garth is more popular, ranked #5248 vs #5272 for Alistar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alistar or Garth more popular?

Garth is more popular, ranked #5248 compared to Alistar at #5272 in the United States.

What do Alistar and Garth mean?

Alistar means "defender of men" (Greek via Scottish Gaelic origin). Garth means "enclosure, yard, garden" (Old Norse gardr origin).

Are Alistar and Garth boy or girl names?

Alistar is primarily a boy name. Garth is primarily a boy name.

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