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Emma 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

Emma Rank #5,826
Alaster Rank #5,903

Emma is more popular, ranked #5826 vs #5903 for Alaster.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Alaster more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #5826 compared to Alaster at #5903 in the United States.

What do Emma and Alaster mean?

Emma means "whole, universal" (Germanic origin). Alaster means "defender of men, protector of mankind" (Greek via Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Emma and Alaster boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a boy name. Alaster is primarily a boy name.

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