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Ansen vs Alaster

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

Ansen Rank #5,995
Alaster Rank #5,903

Alaster is more popular, ranked #5903 vs #5995 for Ansen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ansen or Alaster more popular?

Alaster is more popular, ranked #5903 compared to Ansen at #5995 in the United States.

What do Ansen and Alaster mean?

Ansen means "son of Anne" (English origin). Alaster means "defender of men, protector of mankind" (Greek via Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Ansen and Alaster boy or girl names?

Ansen is primarily a boy name. Alaster is primarily a boy name.

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