Alistair Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Alistair Name at a Glance

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

What Does the Name Alistair Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Alistair 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.

Alistair Name Origin

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

Is Alistair a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Alistair

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