Allister Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Allister Name at a Glance

Name	Allister
Meaning	Variant of Alexander 'defender of mankind.'.
Origin	Scottish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Allister Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Allister means “Variant of Alexander 'defender of mankind”. 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.

Allister Name Origin

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

Is Allister a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Allister

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