TheNameDBAlistair
MasculineMeaning
Defender of men.
Etymology
From the Scottish Gaelic Alasdair, which is derived from the Greek name Alexander (Alexandros), meaning 'defender of men.' The name was adapted into Gaelic and became a distinctly Scottish form.
About the Name Alistair
Alistair is the Scottish Gaelic adaptation of Alexander, representing the Scottish form of this classical name. It has been popular in Scotland for centuries and maintains strong cultural significance.