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Heyden 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

Heyden Rank #5,788
Alaster Rank #5,903

Heyden is more popular, ranked #5788 vs #5903 for Alaster.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Heyden or Alaster more popular?

Heyden is more popular, ranked #5788 compared to Alaster at #5903 in the United States.

What do Heyden and Alaster mean?

Heyden means "heather-covered hill" (Old English origin). Alaster means "defender of men, protector of mankind" (Greek via Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Heyden and Alaster boy or girl names?

Heyden is primarily a boy name. Alaster is primarily a boy name.

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