Ennis vs Alaster

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ennis

Boy #6,096 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"island"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Irish Scottish English American

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Boy #5,903 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"defender of men, protector of mankind"

Origin: Greek via Scottish Gaelic

Scottish Irish English Celtic

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Ennis Rank #6,096

Alaster Rank #5,903

Alaster is more popular, ranked #5903 vs #6096 for Ennis.

Is Ennis or Alaster more popular?

Alaster is more popular, ranked #5903 compared to Ennis at #6096 in the United States.

What do Ennis and Alaster mean?

Ennis means "island" (Irish Gaelic origin). Alaster means "defender of men, protector of mankind" (Greek via Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Ennis and Alaster boy or girl names?

Ennis is primarily a boy name. Alaster is primarily a boy name.