Alastair Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Alastair Name at a Glance

Name	Alastair
Meaning	Variant of Alexander: Defender; protector of mankind. Famous Bearer: Alexander the Great.
Origin	Greek
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Alastair Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Alastair means “Variant of Alexander: Defender; protector of mankind. Famous Bearer: Alexander the Great”. 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.

Alastair Name Origin

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

Is Alastair a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Alastair

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