Alistair Guinn

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Alistair Guinn — defender of men
280K People worldwide
United Kingdom Most common in
1975s Peak popularity
Gender
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Alistair Guinn 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 Guinn: Surname: Bill Guinn or Lew Meehan (1890–1951), American film actor Colin Guinn, contestant in The Amazing Race, a U.S. TV series Dick H. Guinn (1918–1980), vice admiral in the United States Navy Dominick Guinn, (born 1975), American professional boxer Ernest Allen Guinn (1905–1974), United States federal judge G. Earl Guinn (1912–2004), president of Louisiana Christian University Kenny Guinn (1936–2010), American businessman, educator and politician Nora Guinn (1920–2005), American judge R. T. 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: Guinn

English

Surname: Bill Guinn or Lew Meehan (1890–1951), American film actor Colin Guinn, contestant in The Amazing Race, a U.S. TV series Dick H. Guinn (1918–1980), vice admiral in the United States Navy Dominick Guinn, (born 1975), American professional boxer Ernest Allen Guinn (1905–1974), United States federal judge G. Earl Guinn (1912–2004), president of Louisiana Christian University Kenny Guinn (1936–2010), American businessman, educator and politician Nora Guinn (1920–2005), American judge R. T.

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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 Guinn

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 Guinn:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

5
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Guinn?
The surname Guinn originates from English. Surname: Bill Guinn or Lew Meehan (1890–1951), American film actor Colin Guinn, contestant in The Amazing Race, a U.S. TV series Dick H. Guinn (1918–1980), vice admiral in the United States Navy Dominick Guinn, (born 1975), American professional boxer Ernest Allen Guinn (1905–1974), United States federal judge G. Earl Guinn (1912–2004), president of Louisiana Christian University Kenny Guinn (1936–2010), American businessman, educator and politician Nora Guinn (1920–2005), American judge R. T.
What are the origins of the name Alistair Guinn?
The name Alistair Guinn combines two different traditions: the first name Alistair has Greek roots, while the surname Guinn originates from English.
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