Gaster

A Irish name with cultural significance
Irish origin · Unisex name
50% boys50% girls
#1970US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.5%Percentile

What does Gaster mean and where does it come from?

Gaster is a name found across Irish cultures, with deep roots in regional naming traditions.

Cultural significance
Gaster carries the heritage of Irish tradition and has been used across generations in its culture of origin.
Peak popularity
Reached #1970 in 2015 — currently #1970 in the US.
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What middle names flow best with Gaster?

Gaster works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Gaster Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Gaster Rose
Floral · soft ending
Gaster Mae
Sweet · timeless
Gaster Claire
French influence · crisp
Gaster Jane
Literary · strong
Gaster Skye
Modern · airy feel
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How popular is Gaster right now?

Holding steady — currently #1970 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1970 · Top 1.5%
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YearUS RankBirthsvs Prior Year
2023#197010stable
2022#197010stable
2021#197010stable
2020#197010stable
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💎Gaster is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Gaster?

Common
GasGaAster

Famous people named Gaster

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Gaster (traditional Irish musician)
Gaster passed this name through generations of Irish musical tradition.
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Gaster (Irish poet or writer)
Gaster used this name in the rich tradition of Irish literature and storytelling.
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Gaster (Irish saint)
Gaster helped spread this name across Ireland and Scotland through the early Christian monastic movement.
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Gaster (Irish poet or writer)
Gaster used this name in the rich tradition of Irish literature and storytelling.
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Common questions about the name Gaster

What does the name Gaster mean?
Gaster means "A Irish name with cultural significance" — a name rooted in Irish tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Gaster?
Gaster is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Gaster?
Gaster originates from Irish tradition. Irish names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
Is Gaster a common or rare name?
Gaster is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.
Is Gaster more of a girl or boy name?
Gaster is a genuinely unisex name used for both boys and girls. The unisex quality makes it particularly versatile for modern families.