Alistair Glasgow

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alistair Glasgow — defender of men
280K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1975s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alistair Glasgow 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 Glasgow: Ecclesiastical and Civic Figures (13th–15th Century) John de Glasgu (fl. 1259), chaplain to Bishop Gamelin and possibly the earliest known bearer of the surname John of Glasgow (fl. 1287–1289), monk of Holyrood Abbey Andrew de Glasgow (fl. 1289), burgh official overseeing escheats for the Exchequer John de Glasgu (fl. 1343), royal servant compensated for services to the king's table Master John de Glasgow (c. 1340–before 1419), Vicar of St. Mary's and Canon of Moray Reformation and Post-Reformation Clergy (16th–17th Century) John Glasgow M.A. (fl. 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: Glasgow

English

Ecclesiastical and Civic Figures (13th–15th Century) John de Glasgu (fl. 1259), chaplain to Bishop Gamelin and possibly the earliest known bearer of the surname John of Glasgow (fl. 1287–1289), monk of Holyrood Abbey Andrew de Glasgow (fl. 1289), burgh official overseeing escheats for the Exchequer John de Glasgu (fl. 1343), royal servant compensated for services to the king's table Master John de Glasgow (c. 1340–before 1419), Vicar of St. Mary's and Canon of Moray Reformation and Post-Reformation Clergy (16th–17th Century) John Glasgow M.A. (fl.

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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 Glasgow

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 Glasgow:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

9
Soul Urge Number

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

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Glasgow?
The surname Glasgow originates from English. Ecclesiastical and Civic Figures (13th–15th Century) John de Glasgu (fl. 1259), chaplain to Bishop Gamelin and possibly the earliest known bearer of the surname John of Glasgow (fl. 1287–1289), monk of Holyrood Abbey Andrew de Glasgow (fl. 1289), burgh official overseeing escheats for the Exchequer John de Glasgu (fl. 1343), royal servant compensated for services to the king's table Master John de Glasgow (c. 1340–before 1419), Vicar of St. Mary's and Canon of Moray Reformation and Post-Reformation Clergy (16th–17th Century) John Glasgow M.A. (fl.
What are the origins of the name Alistair Glasgow?
The name Alistair Glasgow combines two different traditions: the first name Alistair has Greek roots, while the surname Glasgow originates from English.
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