Alistair Brewer

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alistair Brewer — defender of men
280K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1975s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alistair Brewer 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 Brewer: A. Max Brewer (1923–1966), American politician Aida Brewer (born 1955), American public official Alan West Brewer (1915–2007), Canadian-English physicist and climatologist. Albert Brewer (1928–2017), American politician, Governor of Alabama 1968–71 Alexander Brewer (1906–1984), English cricketer and soldier Alison Brewer, American ice hockey player Allison Brewer (born 1954), Canadian social activist and politician Andrew Brewer (born 1986), Canadian ice hockey coach Annie Brewer (1874–1921), British nurse Anthony Brewer, several people Ashleigh Brewer (born 1990), Australian actress Ashley Br. 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: Brewer

English

A. Max Brewer (1923–1966), American politician Aida Brewer (born 1955), American public official Alan West Brewer (1915–2007), Canadian-English physicist and climatologist. Albert Brewer (1928–2017), American politician, Governor of Alabama 1968–71 Alexander Brewer (1906–1984), English cricketer and soldier Alison Brewer, American ice hockey player Allison Brewer (born 1954), Canadian social activist and politician Andrew Brewer (born 1986), Canadian ice hockey coach Annie Brewer (1874–1921), British nurse Anthony Brewer, several people Ashleigh Brewer (born 1990), Australian actress Ashley Br.

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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:

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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 Brewer

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 Brewer:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

4
Personality Number

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

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 Brewer?
The surname Brewer originates from English. A. Max Brewer (1923–1966), American politician Aida Brewer (born 1955), American public official Alan West Brewer (1915–2007), Canadian-English physicist and climatologist. Albert Brewer (1928–2017), American politician, Governor of Alabama 1968–71 Alexander Brewer (1906–1984), English cricketer and soldier Alison Brewer, American ice hockey player Allison Brewer (born 1954), Canadian social activist and politician Andrew Brewer (born 1986), Canadian ice hockey coach Annie Brewer (1874–1921), British nurse Anthony Brewer, several people Ashleigh Brewer (born 1990), Australian actress Ashley Br.
What are the origins of the name Alistair Brewer?
The name Alistair Brewer combines two different traditions: the first name Alistair has Greek roots, while the surname Brewer originates from English.
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