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Alistair
defender of the people
Male
Scottish
3 syllables
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Name
Alistair
Origin
Scottish
Gender
Male
Meaning
defender of the people
Detailed Meaning
Alistair is the Scottish form of Alexander, meaning defender of the people. It sounds distinguished and British without being difficult for Americans to say. The built-in nickname Al keeps it casual for everyday use.
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Alistair Name Meaning and Style
Alistair is a male name of Scottish origin, meaning defender of the people.
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