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Alaster
How to Pronounce Alaster
Pronounced AL-ə-stər /ˈæl.ə.stər/High
Meaning: A spelling of Alastair — the Scottish Gaelic form of Alexander, from Greek, 'the defender of the people'Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
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History & Origin
Alaster is a spelling of Alastair — the Scottish Gaelic form of Alexander, from Greek Alexandros, 'the defender of the people' (alexein, 'to defend', plus aner/andros, 'man'). A strong, classic Highland name; the -aster spelling personalizes it (said 'AL-ə-stər'; nicknames Al, Ally).
It registers thinly beside Alastair. Rare, the-defender-of-the-people at the root, and classic.
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What does the name Alaster mean?
Alaster spells Alastair — the Scottish Alexander, Greek 'the defender of the people'.
How do you pronounce Alaster?
It's said AL-ə-stər /ˈæl.ə.stər/ — three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Alaster a boy or girl name?
Alaster is a boy's name.
How popular is Alaster?
Alaster is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Alastair is more common.