Alistair Gentry

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alistair Gentry — defender of men
280K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1975s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alistair Gentry 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 Gentry: Alvin Gentry (born 1954), American basketball coach Alwyn Howard Gentry (1945-1993), American botanist Antonia Gentry (born 1997), American actress Bobbie Gentry (born 1944), American singer-songwriter Brady P. Gentry (1896-1966), U.S. congressman from Texas Charles B. 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: Gentry

English

Alvin Gentry (born 1954), American basketball coach Alwyn Howard Gentry (1945-1993), American botanist Antonia Gentry (born 1997), American actress Bobbie Gentry (born 1944), American singer-songwriter Brady P. Gentry (1896-1966), U.S. congressman from Texas Charles B.

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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 Gentry

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 Gentry:

7
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

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

9
Personality Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

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 Gentry?
The surname Gentry originates from English. Alvin Gentry (born 1954), American basketball coach Alwyn Howard Gentry (1945-1993), American botanist Antonia Gentry (born 1997), American actress Bobbie Gentry (born 1944), American singer-songwriter Brady P. Gentry (1896-1966), U.S. congressman from Texas Charles B.
What are the origins of the name Alistair Gentry?
The name Alistair Gentry combines two different traditions: the first name Alistair has Greek roots, while the surname Gentry originates from English.
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