Alistair Beveridge

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alistair Beveridge — defender of men
280K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1975s Peak popularity
Gender
Advertisement

Alistair Beveridge is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Alistair is a masculine given name of Greek origin. Scottish Gaelic form of Alexander (Greek Alexandros: defender of men). Common throughout the Scottish Highlands. The surname Beveridge: Ada Beveridge (1875–1964), Australian leader of the Country Women's Association Albert Beveridge (1862–1927), American historian and politician Bill Beveridge (1909–1995), Canadian ice-hockey goaltender Bob Beveridge (1909–1998), English cricketer Christine Beveridge, Australian plant physiologist Corie Beveridge, Canadian female curler, 1996 World and Canadian champion Crawford Beveridge (born 1947), Scottish businessman, Sun Microsystems Daeida Wilcox Beveridge (1861–1914), co-developer of Hollywood, California George D. Alistair is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 280K people globally, with the highest concentration in United Kingdom. The name Alistair reached peak popularity in the 1975s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Alistair

Meaning: defender of men

Greek

Scottish Gaelic form of Alexander (Greek Alexandros: defender of men). Common throughout the Scottish Highlands.

Surname: Beveridge

Scottish

Ada Beveridge (1875–1964), Australian leader of the Country Women's Association Albert Beveridge (1862–1927), American historian and politician Bill Beveridge (1909–1995), Canadian ice-hockey goaltender Bob Beveridge (1909–1998), English cricketer Christine Beveridge, Australian plant physiologist Corie Beveridge, Canadian female curler, 1996 World and Canadian champion Crawford Beveridge (born 1947), Scottish businessman, Sun Microsystems Daeida Wilcox Beveridge (1861–1914), co-developer of Hollywood, California George D.

Advertisement

Geographic Distribution

The first name Alistair is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United Kingdom 83%
Australia 11%
Canada 6%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Alistair by decade, based on birth registration data:

1900s
1910s
1920s
1930s
1940s
1950s
1960s
1970s
1980s
1990s
2000s
2010s
2020s
Advertisement

Name Variants & Related Names

The name Alistair has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Alastair
  • Alasdair
  • Alexander
  • Alex

Notable People Named Alistair Beveridge

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Alistair Beveridge:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Alistair?
The first name Alistair originates from Greek. Scottish Gaelic form of Alexander (Greek Alexandros: defender of men). Common throughout the Scottish Highlands.
When was Alistair most popular?
The name Alistair reached its peak popularity during the 1975s.
What is the origin of the surname Beveridge?
The surname Beveridge originates from Scottish. Ada Beveridge (1875–1964), Australian leader of the Country Women's Association Albert Beveridge (1862–1927), American historian and politician Bill Beveridge (1909–1995), Canadian ice-hockey goaltender Bob Beveridge (1909–1998), English cricketer Christine Beveridge, Australian plant physiologist Corie Beveridge, Canadian female curler, 1996 World and Canadian champion Crawford Beveridge (born 1947), Scottish businessman, Sun Microsystems Daeida Wilcox Beveridge (1861–1914), co-developer of Hollywood, California George D.
What are the origins of the name Alistair Beveridge?
The name Alistair Beveridge combines two different traditions: the first name Alistair has Greek roots, while the surname Beveridge originates from Scottish.
Advertisement