Lyncoln vs Alaster

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Lyncoln

Boy #5,938 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"lake colony, Roman settlement by the pool"

Origin: Celtic/Latin

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #5,938
Total SSA Count: 15
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

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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

Lyncoln Rank #5,938

Alaster Rank #5,903

Alaster is more popular, ranked #5903 vs #5938 for Lyncoln.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lyncoln or Alaster more popular?

Alaster is more popular, ranked #5903 compared to Lyncoln at #5938 in the United States.

What do Lyncoln and Alaster mean?

Lyncoln means "lake colony, Roman settlement by the pool" (Celtic/Latin origin). Alaster means "defender of men, protector of mankind" (Greek via Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Lyncoln and Alaster boy or girl names?

Lyncoln is primarily a boy name. Alaster is primarily a boy name.

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