Allie Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Allie Name at a Glance

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

What Does the Name Allie Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Allie means “Diminutive of Alistair: 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.

Allie Name Origin

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

Is Allie a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Allie

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