What is the origin of the name Allister?

Allister is a name of Scottish origin.

How popular is the name Allister?

Allister is currently ranked #2589 in the United States and is stable in popularity.

How do you pronounce Allister?

Allister is pronounced AL-ih-ster.

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BoyScottish

Allister

AL-ih-ster

Popularity

#2589

stable

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Scottish

Total Births

1,213

Peak Year

#75 in 2022

First Recorded

1925

Style

Classic & Timeless, Strong & Bold

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Scottish variant of Alexander, meaning "defending men" or "helper of mankind," derived from Greek elements.

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Al Allie

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Numerology

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

Allister Coetzee
South African rugby coach

Nicknames

Al Allie

Spelling Variations

Alister Alexander

Similar Names

Alistair Alexander Callister

Personality Traits

StrongProtectiveLeaderIntelligent

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