Alasdair Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Alasdair is listed in our database as a boy name of Gaelic origin. Its recorded meaning is “A Scottish Gaelic variant of Alexander from the Greek meaning defender of man”.

Alasdair Name at a Glance

Name Alasdair
Meaning A Scottish Gaelic variant of Alexander from the Greek meaning defender of man.
Origin Gaelic
Gender Boy

What Does the Name Alasdair Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Alasdair means “A Scottish Gaelic variant of Alexander from the Greek meaning defender of man”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Alasdair Name Origin

Our database records Alasdair under Gaelic origin. Browse more Gaelic baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Alasdair a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Alasdair is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Alasdair

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