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Meaning of the Name Alistair

Updated March 26, 2025 by Jennifer M.

Alistair

Gender: Male
Origin: Scottish
Meaning: Defender Of The People

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What is the meaning of the name Alistair?

The name Alistair is primarily a male name of Scottish origin that means Defender Of The People.

Scottish form of Alexander, originally spelled Alasdair.

Different Spellings of the name Alistair:

Alister

People who like the name Alistair also like:

Archer, Liam, Atticus, Alastair, Jasper, Alexander, Oliver, Alice, Audrey, Scarlett, Adelaide, Aurora, Charlotte, Amelia

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Stats for the Name Alistair

Alistair is currently #23 on the Baby Names Popularity Charts

Alistair is currently #920 in U.S. births