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Emmaus 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

Emmaus Rank #5,757
Alaster Rank #5,903

Emmaus is more popular, ranked #5757 vs #5903 for Alaster.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emmaus or Alaster more popular?

Emmaus is more popular, ranked #5757 compared to Alaster at #5903 in the United States.

What do Emmaus and Alaster mean?

Emmaus means "hot springs, warm wells" (Hebrew origin). Alaster means "defender of men, protector of mankind" (Greek via Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Emmaus and Alaster boy or girl names?

Emmaus is primarily a boy name. Alaster is primarily a boy name.

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